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Grilling meat could raise your risk of high blood pressure, study says Before you fire up the grill, a new report says that barbecue may increase your risk of high blood pressure.

Does your height play a role in heart risks? Your height may affect your choice of clothing, theater seat or airplane row. Turns out it could also play a role in your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Greater coffee consumption associated with lower risk for CKD Findings recently published in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases suggested that individuals who reported drinking greater amounts of coffee per day were at lower risk for incident chronic kidney disease after researchers adjusted for appropriate covariates.Researchers studied 14,209 participan...

Smoking gets you off the transplant list, second hand smoke can worsen your health.

Second-hand ma*****na smoke three times more dangerous than cigarette smoke, study finds The risk of breathing second-hand smoke from ci******es is well-documented, but the dangers from bre...

African Americans and Kidney Disease Due to high rates of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, Blacks and African Americans have an increased risk of developing kidney failure. Blacks and African Americans need to be aware of these risk factors and visit their doctor or clinic regularly to check their blood sugar, blood pre...

Scientists have grown a mini human kidney capable of filtering blood to produce urine for the first time Functional human “mini-kidneys” capable of filtering blood to produce urine have been grown in a living organism in a medical first that marks a major step towards treatments for kidney disease. Researchers have been able to develop human stem cells into a mini-kidney which is “markedly more m...

Studies have shown that people drinking soda on a daily basis have a higher risk of developing some level of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Minimize the risk of developing CKD by cutting down on sugary drinks!

Can diet damage your kidneys?
A study suggests that eating more red and processed meats increases chances of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD), while eating nuts, low-fat diary and veggies reduces risks
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Thanksgiving is next week! Here are some tips from a dietitian to help make your holiday menu kidney-friendly. https://goo.gl/7WtgCD

Spread the word! Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure. https://goo.gl/BD41ot

10% of the U.S. population has kidney disease, with a large percentage caused by diabetes.

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Learn about causes and symptoms: https://goo.gl/dkxZKk

Diabetes Diabetes is the leading risk factor for kidney disease and the number one cause of kidney failure. Learn more about diabetes, how it damages your kidneys, and what you can do to help prevent or control diabetic kidney disease.

Many kidney disease patients suffer from high blood pressure and uncontrolled blood pressure making them vulnerable to strokes. This World Stroke Day, learn how to prevent strokes and what to do when one occurs at www.strokeassociation.com

Regular sauna use could slash men's hypertension risk The risk of high blood pressure may be up to 46 percent lower for men who use a sauna at least twice weekly, a Finnish study suggests.

A dietitian’s guide to protein for dialysis patients Protein is a building block that is necessary for life! Food has three macronutrients—protein, carbohydrates, and fat. These macronutrients are the building blocks that make up our food and they provide us with energy, called calories. Protein can come from animal sources like meat, poultry, eggs an...

Women should pay even more attention to their kidney health!
You can do your best to prevent Chronic Kidney Disease by controlling your blood sugar and blood pressure.

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Do you know that patients, especially those on dialysis and with high blood pressure, are at an increased risk for strokes? Knowing the signs of a stoke can save your life:

Time lost is brain lost. Every minute counts when you or someone you know is having a stroke; act F.A.S.T. and call 9-1-1 right away if you think someone might be having a stroke. Find out more about stroke warning signs. http://bit.ly/2vUKTA4

Do you know that patients, especially those on dialysis and with high nlood pressure, are at an increased risk for strokes? Knowing the signs of a stoke can save your life.:

Time lost is brain lost. Every minute counts when you or someone you know is having a stroke; act F.A.S.T. and call 9-1-1 right away if you think someone might be having a stroke. Find out more about stroke warning signs. http://bit.ly/2vUKTA4

Study shows high rates of opioid prescriptions and excessive dosing in dialysis patients - Nephrology News & Issues A new analysis indicates opioid medications ware being prescribed to dialysis patients more frequently and for longer periods of time than in the general Medicare ...

New study shows air pollution may be causing kidney disease in the US A team of scientists found an association between tiny particulate matter and kidney disease in two different data sets.

Impaired sleep may have serious health consequences for kidney disease patients A new study reveals a potential link between disordered sleep and kidney function loss and early death among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The findings, which appear in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN), suggest that people with CKD may be...

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Selena Gomez receives kidney transplant due to lupus.

Last year, Selena Gomez announced she was taking a short break from her career to focus on her health. Gomez has been open about her diagnosis with the auto-immune disease lupus, for which she has undergone various treatments including chemotherapy.In the last few months, she has released new music but has made very few public appearances.

11 Items Every Diabetic Emergency Kit Must Have It’s crucial for people with diabetes to be ready for an emergency. Preparing now can save your life in the future. Fill up your kit with these supplies.

Resources for kidney patients affected by Harvey and Irma The American Kidney Fund has compiled information for kidney patients who have been affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Learn more.

If you are a dialysis patient in an area impacted by Hurricane Irma, please call DaVita Guest Services at 1-800-400-8331 for dialysis treatment scheduling help, regardless of where you normally receive treatment. Find information on dialysis centers here: https://goo.gl/bUEXLT. Please share.

For those in Florida, this is the time to get inside and settle down before the storm.

If you are a dialysis patient, please make sure your supplies and cycler is easily accessible wherever you are. This includes supplies needed for manual treatments and your blood pressure monitor. Do this now just in case you lose power.

Diabetes patients should have their kit so I hat they can constantly test their glucose levels.

Is Hurricane Irma heading towards you? Are you a kidney patient confused about the emergency, non-perishable food items you should be buying? Here are a few ideas.

Herbal Tea,
Coffee Mate Creamer
Honey
Corn Cereal
Evaporated Milk/Powdered Milk *limit amount used
Canned meat and fish (chicken salad, tuna, etc.)
Juices and Juice Packs (CapriSun, Kool Aid, etc. Lemonade, Apple, Grape)
Fruits (Apples, Tangerines, Plums, Pears, Berries, etc.)
Veggies (Carrots, Celery, Cauliflower, etc.)
Protein Bars
Rice Krispy
Cookies (butter, shortbread)
Low-sodium Pre-Popped Popcorn
Bread