The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on the health disparities that have long impacted Black and Latino communities in the United States—communities already suffering from disproportionately higher rates of kidney disease and its two leading causes, diabetes and high blood pressure. READ MORE >>

As unemployment rates remain high and more people enroll in Medicaid as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, costs will go up. We're advocating for increased federal funding and legislation that would ensure kidney patients have access to the health care. READ MORE >>

Learn about AKF Ambassador Spotlight: Terri Thede. Terri Thede was a non-directed donor in a six-person kidney transplant chain on August 10, 2017. READ MORE >>

During our first Virtual Fly-in last week, AKF Ambassadors from 15 states and D.C. safely connected with their members of Congress to discuss issues of importance to kidney patients. READ MORE >>

COVID-19 has greatly impacted state budgets, meaning big cuts to Medicare programs may be necessary. We asked Congress to enhance Medicaid funding so those who rely on it to manage kidney disease and other conditions can continue to have access to care. READ MORE >>

A recent HHS OCR final rule rolls back antidiscrimination health care protections for people based on gender identity, pregnancy status and who need English language assistance. We oppose this rule and believe access to care should be nondiscriminatory. READ MORE >>

Many of the hundreds of bills introduced in state legislatures across the country in early 2020 have come to a screeching halt because of COVID-19. It's not all bad news for kidney patients and living donors awaiting new legislation, though! READ MORE >>

Linda Blaylock is a culinary professional, AKF Kidney Health Coach, culinary consultant for AKF’s Kidney Kitchen™, owner of CKD Culinary Consulting, author and instructor. She is a caregiver to her husband, who is living with stage 3 kidney disease. READ MORE >>