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    Educate yourself about chronic kidney disease.

    About Chronic Kidney Disease

    Getting diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is life changing, but there are treatments for every stage to help manage your health—and allow you to thrive.


    Learn as much as you can about your kidneys and the condition so you’ll know what to do and what to expect.
    Get the facts on CKD.

    Get the facts on CKD

    The more you learn about chronic kidney disease, the better equipped you’ll be to manage your kidney health. Find out the top 10 things you should know.
    Learn how your kidneys function.

    Boost your kidney IQ

    Learn how your kidneys function—and the crucial roles they play in keeping you healthy.


    Learn if you're at risk for CKD.

    Are you at risk? 

    There are many factors that can put you at greater risk for CKD—other health conditions, family history, ethnicity and lifestyle. Learn your risks—and what you can do.
    Learn what to expect after a CKD diagnosis

    After a CKD diagnosis

    Getting diagnosed with CKD can be a surprise. Learn 5 steps you can take to help you process the news, get informed and figure out what’s next.


    Learn to cope while on dialysis.

    Great ways to cope

    There are steps you can take at every stage of CKD to better manage your health and keep living a full life. Learn strategies for taking care of yourself physically and emotionally.
    Eat for your health with a CKD diet.

    Eat for your health

    Making smart food choices when you’re living with CKD can help you preserve your best health at whatever stage you’re in.


    Sign up for a free kidney disease education class.

    Newly diagnosed? Get in the know.

    Take our free class and learn how to thrive with kidney disease. We’ll explore how kidneys work, kidney-friendly eating, getting support and treatment choices.