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Bookmark or Share- Kidney Disease: The Basics | National Kidney FoundationKidney disease, also known as chronic kidney disease or CKD, causes more deaths than breast cancer or prostate cancer (NVS 2021 report of 2018 data). It is the under-recognized public health crisis. Kidney disease affects an estimated 37 million people in the U.S. (15% of the adult population; more than 1 in 7 adults).
- Transplantation | National Kidney FoundationThe long-term success of a kidney transplant depends on many things. Learn more below. Care after Transplant; Steps to Keep your Kidney Transplanted; Diet and Transplantation; Foods to Avoid After Transplant
- Welcome - The National Kidney Foundation30 million people in the U.S. have kidney disease but only 10% know it. NKF is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease—the largest public health issue you'll ever hear about.
- Treatment and Support | National Kidney FoundationOur free Information helpline, NKF Cares, offers support for people affected by kidney disease, organ donation, and transplantation. Get the answers, resources and information you need.
- Nutrition | National Kidney FoundationThe DASH diet has been shown to help decrease blood pressure and lower the risk for heart disease, stroke, cancer, and kidney stones. Plant-Based Studies show that eating whole grains, nuts, fruits and vegetables is one of the most important ways to keep kidneys healthy.
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