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Staying Healthy on Peritoneal Dialysis

WEBOne of the most common problems with peritoneal dialysis (PD) is the risk of peritonitis. This is when your peritoneum, that natural lining in your stomach, gets infected. This …

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Bone Health and Kidney Disease

WEBBone Health and Kidney Disease. Bones are living cells made up of collagen, calcium and phosphorous. Collagen is a protein that helps with bones’ flexibility. Calcium …

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Anxiety and Kidney Disease

WEBNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): 800-950-NAMI (800-950-6264) Anxie and Depression Association of America (ADAA): 40-485-1001. National Institute …

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Falling by the Wayside

WEBIn fact, most falls probably result from a combination of factors, usually a combination of long-term “predisposing” risk factors and short-term “precipitating” …

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General Symptoms of Mental Disorders

WEBProlonged depression (sadness or irritability) Feelings of extreme highs and lows. Excessive fears, worries and anxieties. Social withdrawal. Dramatic changes in eating or …

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Become Heart Healthy This February

WEBWatch your weight. Have your blood and urine checked. Manage your blood glucose if you have diabetes. Control your cholesterol. Keep your blood pressure below …

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Kidney Health Disparities

WEBKidney failure occurs when kidney function drops to 15 percent or less – at that point, patients can only live if they undergo regular dialysis treatments or obtain a …

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Supreme Court Erases Kidney Patients’ Insurance Protections

WEBA U.S. Supreme Court ruling has nullified the law that protects dialysis patients from discrimination by insurers, threatening the system of financing kidney care that has …

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25 Ways to Find Joy and Balance During the Holidays

WEBDisrupting your schedule and losing out on sleep can make your mood deteriorate. Exercise. While you may not feel like you have the time to exercise during …

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