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5 Medication Management Tips When You Have Kidney Disease
A person with kidney disease will likely be prescribed a number of different medications. It’s important to manage these medications to prevent errors in dosing.
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Your Kidney Healthcare Team
Has your doctor started talking about nephrologists, dietitians and other specialists that you haven’t heard before? Understanding and accessing all the expert resources you have at your disposal is an important part of controlling your kidney disease and overall health. Get to know your new all-star team.
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Blood Glucose Monitoring for People with Diabetes
Monitoring blood glucose is essential for people with diabetes. Dr. Stephen McMurray talks about why people with diabetes need to monitor blood sugar and the devices they should use to test its range.
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High-Sodium Foods to Limit When You Have Kidney Disease
High-sodium foods should be limited on a kidney diet, whether a person is in the early stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) or on dialysis.
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Chronic Kidney Disease and Your Heart
People who have chronic kidney disease are at risk for heart disease and cardiovascular disease,which are the leading causes of death for those with end stage renal disease who are on dialysis.
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Weight-Loss Dieting When You’re on Dialysis
Weight-loss dieting when you’re on dialysis may help you live a healthier life. Learn tips to consider when you decide to lose weight with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.
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Diabetes and Minorities: What Are the Risks?
Some ethnic groups develop diabetes at two to six times the rate of whites. If you are African American, Hispanic, Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander, here’s what you should know about your risk for diabetes.
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5 Kidney Friendly Snacks for Less than $1
Next time you feel hungry between meals, grab one of these kidney-friendly snacks that won’t break the bank.
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Dietary Protein and Chronic Kidney Disease
Protein is an important nutritional element for those suffering from kidney disease,renal failure,end stage renal disease and those on dialysis.
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Social Workers: Helping Patients at the Dialysis Center
A renal social worker is a support person for patients both before and after they start dialysis. Social workers are highly educated and trained to help patients and their families by providing support in all areas of their lives including: emotional, financial, career, lifestyle adjustment and more. Learn more about a social worker's role in the dialysis center.