"I am a two-time kidney transplant recipient, I am immunocompromised, and I am high risk for COVID-19. My life could depend on whether or not you follow social distancing recommendations." Read AKF Ambassador Alysia's story on our blog. READ MORE >>

As states and cities expand their emergency restrictions on businesses and individuals to slow the spread of COVID-19, Americans living with kidney failure are having to cope with disruptions to work, school, transportation and more, at the same time that they must continue receiving treatments and take measures to keep themselves safe from the coronavirus. Read their stories. READ MORE >>

As we adjust to the new normal of shutdowns during the coronavirus (#COVID19) crisis, many people with kidney disease are wondering how they can safely stick to their food and fluid plans. Our blog has tips for safely ordering groceries and takeout delivery. READ MORE >>

Some hospitals are making the difficult decision to postpone kidney transplants in light of the rapidly spreading coronavirus. While this news may be devastating to patients, it’s important to understand the medical reasoning behind these decisions. Learn more. READ MORE >>

With the CDC recommending ever more drastic social distancing to slow the spread of the coronavirus, and a Trump Administration executive action expanding telehealth services, many dialysis centers are putting in place telehealth (video medical consultations) and telework (for non-medical staff). READ MORE >>

Bill Lawson III comes from a legendary family in Petersburg, Virginia. His mother was a school administrator, his grandmother was a teacher, and both his father and grandfather were coaches in this big sports town. He followed in his father’s footsteps as a well-known high school basketball coach and athletic director... READ MORE >>

We’ve been talking to nephrologists, transplant surgeons and dialysis clinic personnel to keep up with the unprecedented health crisis our country is facing. READ MORE >>

Learn what precautions should be taken against coronavirus If you have kidney disease, are on dialysis or have had a transplant. READ MORE >>

The top two causes of kidney disease are diabetes and high blood pressure, but many other things—including quite a few rare diseases—can also cause kidney disease and kidney failure. READ MORE >>

Did you know more than 60% of hemodialysis patients say they feel moderate or severe chronic pain? If you missed our recent webinar, Pain management and kidney disease, catch up with our webinar recap blog post and learn tips for safely managing your pain. READ MORE >>

Did you know only 10-40% of phosphorus from plant based foods is absorbed into your blood? This means you can generally enjoy fresh fruits and veggies with less worry about your phosphorus getting too high. Learn more in our Plant-based eating while on dialysis. READ MORE >>

Your dialysis social worker is a key member of your health care team, providing you with emotional support, connecting you to helpful resources and more. Learn about how they help you fight kidney disease in our Webinar recap: Ask a social worker blog post. READ MORE >>