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.

The Costs of Untreated Agitation

This paper is a literature review that addresses the need for evaluating the costs of agitation in Alzheimer's disease.

Life with Dementia and Agitation

Expectations and actual experiences with dementia and agitation are highlighted for each phase along the dementia journey.

Disrupting Alzheimer’s: The Opportunities for Technology

This paper focuses on technological solutions available for patients with Alzheimer's Disease. An overview of the current landscape of available technology is covered based on the literature and technologies on market.

Calling All Voices: Stories from Black Community Members

This paper shares insights from members of the Black community who are living with dementia or caring for a loved one with dementia. The challenges that were faced and the lessons learned on how to live well with dementia are the main topics covered in the paper.