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Unless you have kidney disease, you may not think about the phosphorus in your foods. But when you have kidney disease, phosphorus is one of the key nutrients you are told to keep track of and manage. What makes phosphorus so important?

Living with chronic kidney disease and kidney failure can take a toll on not only your physical health, but your mental health, too. Many patients express feeling hopeless and helpless as their kidneys stop working. Although it may not be spoken about as much as other complicatio...

Kidney transplant is considered the best treatment option for people facing kidney failure. But preparing for a kidney transplant is a lot of work. You have to choose a transplant center (or centers), have a complete health evaluation by doctors, and find a kidney donor match, an...

For women with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who may want to have kids, pregnancy is a common concern. There are special things women should know and consider when making this big life decision.

Heart disease and kidney disease are very much connected. Some of this connection comes from the common risk factors for kidney disease, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. However, kidney disease can also contribute to heart stress and increase the risk of cardiovascular e...

Patient-provider communication is critical to the patient's long-term health, but there are barriers that can prevent this that Diana M. Collins MSN is dedicated to helping people overcome.

Getting a kidney transplant can be an exciting, life-changing event, but caring for a new kidney can be a lot of work.Anyone who is thinking about a kidney transplant or recently had a kidney transplant should consider the physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes that can com...

The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and food. When you have kidney disease, it can be hard to know what holiday foods to choose to help you stay healthy. This webinar will help you learn more about enjoying the holidays with kidney-friendly foods.