Protein: Who needs it anyway? You do!
Protein is an important nutrient for dialysis patients that many patients struggle with. Learn more about what protein really does... Learn More >>
Humanizing Dialysis
Choosing the best type of treatment for kidney failure can be difficult for patients, especially when they receive little guidance... Learn More >>
Topics: Kidney Failure • Coping • Dialysis • ESRD
Saying no to dialysis: choosing conservative care for end-stage kidney disease
Some patients with end-stage kidney disease choose conservative care and forgo dialysis or transplant. Conservative care does not ... Learn More >>
A patient's perspective: Be your own advocate
Navigating the health care system as a patient can be challenging. As a dialysis or transplant patient, it's often necessary to co... Learn More >>
Topics: Transplant • Dialysis • Advocacy • Patient Perspective
Heart disease and kidney disease - what's the connection?
Heart disease can cause kidney disease, and kidney disesae can cause heart disease. In recognition of American Heart Month, learn ... Learn More >>
Topics: High Blood Pressure • Heart Disease
Effectiveness of Exercise Training in Patients with Kidney Failure
There is a common misconception among patients with kidney failure that exercise is not possible for them. But in reality, exercis... Learn More >>
Topics: Diet
Unique strategies for improving the effectiveness of exercise training in patients with kidney failure
Exercise for patients on dialysis can have huge benefits, including increased energy and feeling better both physically and emotio... Learn More >>
Paired kidney exchanges and opportunities for kidney transplant in minority patients
Though minority populations are at greater risk for developing kidney disease, kidney transplant is often more difficult for racia... Learn More >>
Topics: CKD
Living with diabetic kidney disease
Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease, and many people suffer from both conditions. In recognition of National Diabetes ... Learn More >>
Topics: Diabetes
Enfermedad de los riñones crónica: prevención y tratamiento
Con motivo de la celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, ¡brindaremos nuestro primer seminario web en español! Acompáñenos par... Learn More >>
Topics: En Espanol
Emergency preparedness and kidney disease – using KCER as a resource
Dialysis and kidney transplant patients must take special precautions to ensure their health and safety during emergencies and dis... Learn More >>
Topics: Emergency Preparedness
Organ transplant among minorities: How we can reduce the need and improve access
Racial and ethnic minorities are at higher risk for kidney disease and kidney failure, but kidney transplant, the best treatment f... Learn More >>
Topics: Transplant • Minority Concerns
I need a kidney transplant. Am I covered now? What about in the future?
There are many costs that come with getting a kidney transplant, beyond the transplant surgery itself. Before you begin your trans... Learn More >>
Topics: Finances • Transplant
Staying employed with kidney disease
A diagnosis of kidney failure doesn't have to mean quitting your job. If you are on dialysis and want to work, or need to work, th... Learn More >>
What CAN I eat? Nutrition for dialysis patients
If you are on dialysis or if you have a loved one who is, you know how difficult it can be to find foods that will work with the s... Learn More >>
Living with chronic kidney disease: The ups, downs, and all arounds
Is living with chronic kidney disease like riding a roller coaster? At times you are steady and controlled, and at other times you... Learn More >>
Topics: Mental Health • Coping
Chronic Kidney Disease: A General Overview and Keys for Successful Management
View this 60-minute educational webinar to expand your knowledge about kidney disease and the treatment options available to you. ... Learn More >>
Topics: Kidney Disease Overview
