From Medical News Today November 2, 2009 In an 11 year study of 3000 women, researchers link diets high in sodium and soda to a decline in kidney function. Study Shows Diets High In Sodium And Artificially Sweetened Soda Linked To Kidney Function Decline
Kidney Donors Have Normal Life Span, Study Finds
From Los Angeles Times January 29, 2009 A long-term study from University of Minnesota Medical School finds that kidney donors have normal life spans and fewer kidney problems than the general population, possibly because of careful health screening prior to donation. Kidney Donors Have a Normal Life Span, Study Finds
Natalie Cole’s New Life
From AARP Magazine Nov. & Dec., 2009 Here’s a great article about Natalie Cole’s battle with Hepatitis C and kidney disease and the amazing circumstances surrounding her life-saving kidney transplant. Natalie Cole’s New Life
Exercise Extends Life of Kidney Patients
From U.S. News & World Report/HealthDay October 8, 2009 A long-term study of more than 15,000 people has shown that kidney patients may be able to extend their lives through exercise. Exercise Extends Life of Kidney Patients
Blood Procedure Allows Kidney Transplants, Can Help Minorities
From CNN August 6, 2009 The innovative blood procedure plasmapheresis is making transplants possible for hard-to-match African Americans in desperate need of a life-saving kidney. Great story and accompanying video on a 14-person transplant chain! Blood Procedure Allows Kidney Transplants, Can Help Minorities
Two Altruistic Donors Launch Kidney Transplant Chains at UCLA
From UCLA Today June 15, 2009 Watch this video about UCLA’s innovative and inspiring kidney transplant exchange program! Altruistic donors can make a huge difference. Two Altruistic Donors Launch Kidney Transplant Chains at UCLA