The UN summit on non-communicable diseases taking place 17 days from now in New York may not be on every American’s radar, but it should be. The ambitious meeting aims to tackle the alarming rise of chronic diseases affecting the world’s population, particularly in developing nations – cancer, respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Everyone … Continue reading The Salt Reduction Controversy & the UN Summit on Non-Communicable Diseases
Older Living Kidney Donors in the News
Recent stories about older living kidney donors, including some with medical issues, are truly inspiring and encouraging given the organ shortage. In an interesting article, Stephen Textor, M.D., Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, describes his experience with donors with moderate essential hypertension, who would normally be excluded from donating. – Medical Abnormalities Need Not … Continue reading Older Living Kidney Donors in the News
The Debate Over Kidney Transplants and Rationing
By now you have probably heard of the national proposal to change the way kidneys are allocated – bypassing the traditional transplant waiting list and matching kidneys by age rather than length of time spent on the list. The topic has sparked heated debate in the kidney community and beyond. Our founder, Ken Kleinberg, recently … Continue reading The Debate Over Kidney Transplants and Rationing
Millions with "Silent" Hypertension May Have Kidney Disease
From Johns Hopkins Medicine April 15, 2010 A new study shows that up to 8 million Americans who don’t know they have hypertension may also have undiagnosed kidney disease. This is why it’s so important to visit your doctor and have your blood pressure checked! Millions with Silent Hypertension May Have Kidney Disease, Too!
Kidney Stones on the Rise in South Carolina Children
From Reuters April 15, 2010 A new study shows that kidney stones are on the rise in children from South Carolina, most likely due to obesity, too much salt in the diet and not enough milk. It’s an alarming trend, but one that can hopefully be reversed with dietary measures, including drinking more water to … Continue reading Kidney Stones on the Rise in South Carolina Children
Mayor Donates Kidney to Facebook Friend
From NPR, All Things Considered April 22, 2010 Facebook facilitates a life-saving connection. Have a listen! Mayor Donates Kidney to Facebook Friend