Diabetes/Kidney Disease Consortium

Keep your healthy by checking your levels at least once a year. Early detection through a simple blood test can help manage and prevent serious issues.

A new study suggests that a simple conversation with a patient can help identify chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers found that a 10-minute conversation can reveal subtle speech patterns and cognitive impairments that may indicate CKD. This innovative approach could lead to earlier detection and treatment of CKD, improving patient outcomes. The conversation-based screening method is:

- Non-invasive
- Low-cost
- Easy to implement
- Potentially more accurate than traditional screening methods

This breakthrough could revolutionize CKD diagnosis and treatment, enabling healthcare professionals to identify and manage the disease more effectively.

One Conversation Could Be All It Takes to Identify Chronic Kidney Disease - MedCity News No one should ever learn about CKD after their kidneys have already failed.

A robot-assisted dual kidney transplant was successfully performed, marking a medical breakthrough. The robotic technology enabled:

- Enhanced precision and dexterity
- Reduced recovery time
- Less invasive incisions
- Improved graft function

This innovative procedure may increase efficiency and effectiveness in kidney transplantation, leading to better patient outcomes.

US' first robot-assisted dual kidney transplant performed in Ohio A 70-year-old woman from Ohio becomes the first person in the US to receive a dual kidney transplant using robotic surgery.

How does affect pregnancy? Key concerns include high blood pressure, increased risk of pre-eclampsia, and potential decline in kidney function. Regular check-ups and early intervention can help manage these risks effectively.

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Medications offer hope in the fight against , aiding in slowing its progression and lowering the risk of cardiovascular complications and mortality.

The real challenge is ensuring these drugs are accessible and affordable for everyone, everywhere.

Let's work together to break down barriers to equitable kidney care.

Palliative care offers comprehensive support for individuals with , managing symptoms and improving quality of life.

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Congratulations on taking the first step towards quitting smoking! Here are some tips to help you on your journey:

1. 𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: Choose a specific date to quit smoking and mark it on your calendar.
2. 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Share your decision with friends and family, and consider joining a support group or talking to a counselor.
3. 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬: Make a list of situations that make you want to smoke, and come up with a plan to avoid or manage them.
4. 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬: Replace smoking with healthier habits, such as exercise, meditation, or hobbies.
5. 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 (𝐍𝐑𝐓): Options like gum, lozenges, or patches can help manage withdrawal symptoms.
6. 𝐓𝐫𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Your doctor may prescribe medications like bupropion (Zyban) or varenicline (Chantix) to help reduce cravings.
7. 𝐑𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟: Celebrate small milestones, like reaching a week without smoking, with non-smoking related rewards.
8. 𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭: Quitting smoking is a process, and it may take time to overcome the addiction.

Additional resources:

- National Quitline: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)
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- American Cancer Society's QuitForLife Program

Remember, quitting smoking is a journey, and it's okay to take it one day at a time. You got this!

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞?
- Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries.
- It's measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and expressed as two numbers: systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number).

𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬:
- Normal: Less than 120/80 mmHg
- Elevated: 120-129/80 mmHg
- Stage 1 hypertension: 130-139/80-89 mmHg
- Stage 2 hypertension: 140 or higher/90 or higher mmHg

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬:*
- Heart attack and stroke
- Kidney disease
- Vision loss
- Sexual dysfunction
- Memory loss

𝐋𝐨𝐰 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬:
- Dizziness and fainting
- Dehydration
- Shock
- Nutrient deficiencies

𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞:
- Exercise regularly
- Reduce sodium intake
- Increase potassium-rich foods
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Limit alcohol consumption
- Manage stress

𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞:
- Diuretics
- Beta blockers
- ACE inhibitors
- Calcium channel blockers
- Angiotensin receptor blockers

Remember to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice on managing blood pressure!

is essential to protect your . Discover 3 tips to easily stay hydrated during the day.

Burnout syndrome is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, overwork, and lack of balance in life. It can result in:

- Emotional exhaustion
- Cynicism and detachment
- Reduced performance and productivity
- Loss of motivation
- Physical symptoms like headaches and fatigue

Burnout can affect anyone, but it's common in high-stress professions like healthcare, social work, and teaching. Self-care, boundaries, and support are crucial for prevention and recovery.

If you're experiencing burnout, remember that you're not alone, and it's okay to seek help!

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Here are some facts about the type 1 diabetes cure trial:
- Seven out of 12 patients no longer need daily doses of insulin after receiving VX-800, a gene therapy that uses stem cells to restore insulin production.
- Two additional patients only need 70% less insulin daily.
- All 12 patients have reduced their A1C levels below 7% and no longer experience severe hypoglycemic events.
- Three patients who received the treatment a year ago have achieved insulin independence.
- VX-880 works by introducing fresh islet cells derived from stem cells into the body to restore pancreatic function.
- The trial has been expanded to enroll 37 participants.

7 Participants in Type 1 Diabetes Cure Trial Are Now Insulin-Free More excellent results for a potential type 1 diabetes cure.

Here are some facts about women's heart health:
- Women receiving dialysis have a lower risk of mortality and cardiovascular death but a higher risk of heart failure and stroke.
- The lifetime risk of stroke is similar for both men and women, but women are less likely to receive emergency medical services or prompt treatment.
- Women are 80-90% less likely to have preventable cardiovascular disease.
- Women are more likely to die one year after a stroke than men.
- Women are less likely to receive bystander CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) treatment.

Women on Dialysis Face Lower Mortality, Higher Heart Failure and Stroke Researchers have found that, compared with men, women with kidney failure who are receiving dialysis have higher risk for heart failure and stroke.

Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) is an indicator of kidney function. By estimating how well your kidneys filter waste products from your blood, it can help detect .

Here are six key facts about why chronic kidney disease is on the rise:
- CKD is a silent disease that progresses without symptoms as the kidneys gradually—and permanently—lose function over months or years.
- Diabetes is the number one cause of kidney disease, and high blood pressure is the second leading cause.
- CKD affects more than 1 in 7 U.S. adults—an estimated 37 million Americans.
- 9 in 10 adults who have CKD are not aware they have the disease.
- Environmental risk factors such as heavy metals, herbal remedies, dehydration associated with global warming, overuse of painkillers, dietary supplements and “natural” drinks can all be associated with CKD.
- Obesity and heart disease are other risk factors for developing kidney disease, and a family history of kidney failure increases your risk.

Why Is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) on the Rise? 6 Things to Know A Yale Medicine nephrologist answers questions about chronic kidney disease (CKD), including how to detect it before it gets serious.

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Here are a few quick notes about the first-known awake kidney transplant:
- The surgery was performed at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago.
- The patient, John Nicolas, was 28 years old.
- Instead of general anesthesia, doctors used a single spinal anesthesia shot to numb Nicolas while he remained alert and awake.
- Nicolas was discharged home less than 24 hours after surgery.
- The new technique could make transplantation available to patients whose health makes them a high risk for general anesthesia.
- The technique could also decrease the length of a transplant patient's hospital stay.

Surgeons perform kidney transplant with patient awake during procedure 28-year-old John Nicholas was able to watch in real time as surgeons at Northwestern Medicine replaced his old kidney for his new one, using a single-spinal anesthesia shot as opposed to the typical general anesthesia.

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Xenotransplantation involves transplanting organs from animals into humans. Specifically, it highlights the work of NYU Langone Health surgeons who transplanted a genetically engineered pig kidney into a human recipient, which functioned well for 61 days without rejection.

Here are some key points from the article:
- The transplanted pig kidney was obtained from a "GalSafe" pig, an animal engineered to prevent hyperacute rejection.
- The recipient's native kidneys were removed to ensure the pig kidney was solely responsible for kidney function.
- The transplanted kidney produced urine immediately and maintained optimal creatinine levels during the 61-day observation period.
- The study demonstrates the potential for xenotransplantation to address the shortage of human organs available for transplantation.
- The long-term goal is to develop a sustainable source of organs for transplantation, potentially saving thousands of lives.

Breaking Ground in Transplantation: A New Era with Xenotransplantation On March 16th, 2024, Richard Slayman made history at Massachusetts General Hospital as the first person to receive a genetically modified pig kidney transplant. Sadly, Mr. Slayman passed away two months later, but his contribution to the field of xenotransplantation will never be forgotten. “Patie...

Maria Middelares Hospital in Belgium has achieved a world first by performing a kidney autotransplantation using the da Vinci SP single-port surgical system through a single incision.

Here are some key points from the procedure:
- The surgery was performed by urologist Prof. dr. Decaestecker on an 18-year-old woman with a complex ureteral lesion.
- The procedure involved bridging a major defect in the ureter by moving the kidney closer to the bladder.
- The autotransplantation was achieved intracorporeally, meaning entirely inside the body.
- The da Vinci SP system offers several advantages, including less invasiveness, fewer intestinal complications, and faster post-op recovery.
- Maria Middelares Hospital aims to optimize the use of robotic systems within the operating room to improve patient outcomes.

Maria Middelares Hospital autotransplants kidney with da Vinci SP via single incision - The Robot Report A Belgian hospital has conducted a minimally invasive kidney operation through a single incision with the da Vinci SP robot.

𝑆𝑙𝑒𝑒𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑁𝑖𝑔𝒉𝑡𝑠 𝐶𝑎𝑛 𝐶𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝐵𝑖𝑔 𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒!

Did you know that lack of sleep is the root cause of many common health problems? From fatigue and mood swings to chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension, sleep deprivation can have serious consequences.

Here are just a few of the widespread health issues caused by lack of sleep:

- Weakened immune system
- Mood disorders
- Cardiovascular disease
- Memory and cognitive impairment
- Weight gain and obesity

Struggling with any of these issues? It might be time to prioritize your sleep routine! Improve your sleep, improve your life!

Usher and Apple CEO Tim Cook had a meeting. Now the Super Bowl performer is taking his ideas to Capitol Hill by Fortune Well

Usher is set to meet with legislators in Washington, D.C. later this month to discuss the importance of early screening for type 1 diabetes. His child was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2014 at age six.

Usher and Apple CEO Tim Cook had a meeting. Now the Super Bowl performer is taking his ideas to Capitol Hill Usher will join French pharma giant Sanofi in Washington, D.C., to discuss the importance of early screening for type 1 diabetes.

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