Educational Blog & Newsletter

What's on your table this Thanksgiving?

Are you planning Thanksgiving dinner? Find helpful hints to help you have an amazing dinner while sticking to your renal diet.

How to care for your fistula, identify issues and advocate for excellent care

Learn what a fistula is, how to care for your fistula, signs of potential issues with your fistula, and how to advocate for excellent care.

What do I need to know about nutrition and dialysis?

Learn about what you need to keep in mind for your diet when you first start on dialysis.

Wait... What happened to my weight?

If you have recently started dialysis and are losing weight, you can learn about reasons for this and get hints to improve your diet here.

September 2022 CKD Insider Newsletter

NKF Pruritus Discussion, updated COVID booster, robotic surgical transplant, California proposition & Hawaii state updates, & your Fun Tip!

Will I Be Able to Work While On Dialysis?

Are you concerned about working and maintaining your dialysis treatments? This article will give you some tips to help you get started.

Preparing for Home Hemodialysis – What To Expect

If you are considering home hemodialysis, learn about the training needed, medicare support, how to prepare your home & resources available.

Transportation Options for In-Center Hemodialysis

Reliable transportation when you are on in-center hemodialysis is a vital part of staying on top of your treatments.Learn about the options.

For Caregivers: 10 Tips for Supporting Your Loved One On Dialysis

For Caregivers: Having a family member on dialysis can be challenging. Learn how to help support your loved one on dialysis with these tips.

Are you ready for a vacation?

You can travel, continue your dialysis treatments and have a great time! Learn about what you need to consider when planning your vacation!

What should I expect on my first day of In-Center Hemodialysis?

If you’re worried or apprehensive about your first day of dialysis, this is completely normal.