Get to Know The National Kidney Foundation

Get to Know The National Kidney Foundation

More than 26 million Americans over age 20 have chronic kidney disease, over 526000 Americans are currently receiving treatment for kidney failure, and about 83000 patients are awaiting kidney transplants. Community Health Charities invites long-time National Kidney Foundation volunteer and former board member, Bill Singleton to talk about his experience as a living kidney donor and his work as a volunteer.

Learn basic information on kidney disease from the experts at Kidney Disease Info Blog.

How do I get checked for kidney disease?

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois (NKFI) is committed to providing education on chronic kidney disease and transplantation. Our expert, Nancy LePain, is a registered Nurse Practitioner and works for the NKFI. Nancy works with patients everyday and is here to answer your questions about kidney disease, hypertension, diabetes, transplantation and organ donation.

Learn basic information on kidney disease from the experts at Kidney Disease Info Blog.

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