Education Center
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.
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.
National Kidney Foundation – Dialysis
PKD Foundation – Dialysis
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.
STORIES ABOUT LIVING OR CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH KIDNEY DISEASE
ARE YOU A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER?
NephU is a community of health care professionals and advocates working to improve kidney health through increased awareness, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing. Their mission is to improve the future outcomes for individuals with kidney disease and other related conditions. You can find a variety of in-depth resources for healthcare providers on their website.