Kidney Disease

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NephU is an engaged community of health care professionals and advocates collaborating to improve kidney health. The experts at NephU have partnered with OPEN to develop scientifically validated resources that explore topics about living or caring for someone with kidney disease.

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Kidney Health Resources Developed by NephU

Select a category below to find topics related to kidney health and tips for living or caring for someone with kidney disease.

Mental Health Implications in IgA Nephropathy

Join us for this webinar to learn more about mental health in IgAN and how it impacts patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, as well as related stressors.

Understanding the IgA Nephropathy Patient Journey

Learn about the IgA Nephropathy patient journey directly from an IgAN patient and nephrology healthcare provider, Kelly Chen.  

Mental Health in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)

Learn how ADPKD can affect quality of life and psychosocial well-being.

Nutrition & Diet in Patients Receiving Dialysis

This infographic provides a breakdown of some nutritional information to consider for patients receiving dialysis.

Kidney Disease In Asian American & Pacific Islanders

This article highlights various statistics of kidney disease in Asian American and Pacific Islanders.

Potential Impacts Of Climate Change On Kidney Disease, Mental Health, & Underserved Populations

This infographic provides a brief overview of how climate change can impact kidney disease, mental health and underserved populations.