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 >>

The American Kidney Fund (AKF) has been working to address health inequities for years to ensure that kidney patients are not left out of legislation that could help fix these important problems. READ MORE >>

The HEROES Act has two health insurance protections we've advocated for so kidney patients can stay covered during the COVID-19 pandemic. Though it's unlikely to pass in the Senate, lawmakers should consider parts of the bill in future crisis legislation. READ MORE >>