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hello all, this is all new to me, I hope everyone is well ! I was on dialysis for 7 years before getting me transplant on 8/8/21 :) It’s been a journey!!!!...

hello all, this is all new to me, I hope everyone is well ! I was on dialysis f...

Doglover121

•2 months ago

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An Urgent Call for Action: NKF Testimony on Organ Transplantation Reform

Dr. Jesse Roach testified for kidney transplant reform, highlighting the plight of over 800,000 kidney failure patients and 90,000 on the transplant waitlist....

Dr. Jesse Roach testified for kidney transplant reform, highlighting the plight ...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•5 months ago

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How Community and Family Support Made Two Life-Saving Kidney Donations Possible

In 2008 Ewodaghe (Ewo) Harrell was on summer break after completing her sophomore year in college. While she wanted to enjoy the time off, Ewo struggled with...

In 2008 Ewodaghe (Ewo) Harrell was on summer break after completing her sophomor...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•6 months ago

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First International Trip after Kidney Transplant

Heyactually I'm planning to travel to Dubai, my first trip outside India, but I'm uncertain about the food options. I'm worried about eating outside and...

Heyactually I'm planning to travel to Dubai, my first trip outside India, but I'...

neet24

•6 months ago

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Hot Topics in Kidney Health - Xenotransplantation: Updates on Animal-to-Human Transplants

On the recent episode of Hot Topics and Kidney Health, we're sharing audio from a recent webinar hosted by National Kidney Foundation on kidney...

On the recent episode of Hot Topics and Kidney Health, we're sharing audio from ...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•7 months ago

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A Tale of Two Kidney Transplants: Family Saves the Day

Every year, millions of people get a health diagnosis that changes the course of their lives forever. For Nichole, this moment came in 2007. A few months after...

Every year, millions of people get a health diagnosis that changes the course of...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•8 months ago

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GFR & Creatinine

Hey everyone 😁 I hope you are all doing OK. I'm 8 weeks post op now and finally seeing the benefits of billy the kid...ney 😁 my energy levels have increased...

Hey everyone 😁 I hope you are all doing OK. I'm 8 weeks post op now and finally...

Kidneykel

•10 months ago

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Handling life after the transplant

So I have a living donor but she wasnt the best match. She still decided to donate so I am in the paired exchange program. She recently had her surgery so now...

So I have a living donor but she wasnt the best match. She still decided to don...

Wishkeeper

•10 months ago

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NKF Celebrates National Donate Life Month in April

April is Donate Life Month! The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is celebrating National Donate Life Month in April and National Siblings Day on Sunday, April...

April is Donate Life Month! The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is celebrating ...

JackieJ_NKF

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Three Times Kidney Transplant Recipient: "Third time's the charm."

In 1995, Lisa Myers noticed a mysterious swelling in her feet and ankles. Little did she know that this symptom would mark the beginning of a challenging...

In 1995, Lisa Myers noticed a mysterious swelling in her feet and ankles. Little...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•1 year ago

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A Patient-Centric Transplant System: NKF’s Transplants for All Vision

We are on a mission to create a future where everyone who needs a kidney gets one. Let's dive into this groundbreaking initiative- Transplants for All....

We are on a mission to create a future where everyone who needs a kidney gets on...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•1 year ago

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OxyContin

I received a kidney transplant 11 months ago and received a knee replacement this week. I know transplant patients are supposed to steer clear of NSAID. My...

I received a kidney transplant 11 months ago and received a knee replacement thi...

Countryclub

•1 year ago

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NKF is Transforming the Fight Against Kidney Disease with KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™

NKF is working towards a future where there is KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™. Here's how we plan to do it:...

NKF is working towards a future where there is KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™. Here's ho...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•1 year ago

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Kidney patients waiting for a transplant deserve better

Great news! There has been a unanimous passage of the Organ Procurement Transplant Act in the U.S. Take a moment to say thank you to your lawmaker for...

Great news! There has been a unanimous passage of the Organ Procurement Transpla...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•1 year ago

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Removal of Haemodialysis Fistula

Hi, Is there anyone who has had a haemodialysis fistula removed after a successful transplant. My consultant recommended it today under a general anesthetic as...

Hi, Is there anyone who has had a haemodialysis fistula removed after a successf...

Mgt8

•1 year ago

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From Preemie to Transplant Recipient: Logan's Fight Against a Rare Kidney Disorder

A rare kidney disorder was no match for 3 day old Logan Blevins. Hear the inspiring story of how he and his family have lived life to the fullest and now...

A rare kidney disorder was no match for 3 day old Logan Blevins. Hear the inspir...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•2 years ago

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GFR post transplant

hi everyone. I’m just curious what everyone’s experience was with GFR levels post surgery. My transplanted kidney appeared to start working right away with the...

hi everyone. I’m just curious what everyone’s experience was with GFR levels pos...

LRob0223

•2 years ago

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Living Donor Volunteers

I have had CKD for a number of years and have reached the point where dialysis is on the horizon. I haven't really talked about it much with anyone, but the...

I have had CKD for a number of years and have reached the point where dialysis i...

FleurChild

•2 years ago

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Treatment for osteoporosis post kidney transplant

Has anyone been treated for osteoporosis post transplant? What medications have been prescribed? Can anyone share their experiences dealing with orthopedic...

Has anyone been treated for osteoporosis post transplant? What medications have ...

Hydrangea2023

•2 years ago

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Organ Donor Heroes

Do you have an organ donor hero who has given you the gift of life or inspired you? Share their story with us and we might feature it on social media to spread...

Do you have an organ donor hero who has given you the gift of life or inspired y...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•2 years ago

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Transplant Meds- Anti-rejection

Hi all- hope all is well with you. I received a Transplant donation from my mom in 2021 and I am beyond grateful and full of love. I am making a post about...

Hi all- hope all is well with you. I received a Transplant donation from my mom ...

danhtruitt

•2 years ago

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Transplants For All: Saving Lives, One Kidney at a Time

No one should die while waiting for a kidney, but there aren't enough organs to meet current or future needs. NKF is determined to change this with our new...

No one should die while waiting for a kidney, but there aren't enough organs to ...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•2 years ago

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Kidney transplant and Oteoporsis

female post kidney transplant 1 yr 3 months. would like to know others experience with medication for osteoporosis. THEre are so many type of medication in...

female post kidney transplant 1 yr 3 months. would like to know others experienc...

Hydrangea2023

•2 years ago

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Kidney disease is part of a larger Black Health crisis.

Black communities in the U.S. are disproportionately affected by kidney disease for a variety of reasons and we are working to change the health inequities...

Black communities in the U.S. are disproportionately affected by kidney disease ...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•2 years ago

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Gall bladder surgery

Hello guys I hope you all are doing well. Three days back I got my gallbladder removed because of the stone. Is there anyone who got it done after a kidney...

Hello guys I hope you all are doing well. Three days back I got my gallbladder ...

neet24

•2 years ago

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chronic diarrhea

I received the gift of life one year four months ago. I am 78 years old and in excellent health. My kidney failure was caused by lithium toxicity. I have had...

I received the gift of life one year four months ago. I am 78 years old and in e...

AENEASavc

•2 years ago

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Prednisone morning or evening?

hello, does anyone take their prednisone in the evening/night? Online it says best to take it during the morning and my doctor says just within 24hrs....

hello, does anyone take their prednisone in the evening/night? Online it says...

Dna4christ

•2 years ago

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At home testing kit for Tacrolimus levels

Hello! I am a student of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities studying biomedical engineering and management. I am working with a team of other engineering...

Hello! I am a student of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities studying biome...

comoblue

•2 years ago

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Post-Transplant Exposure

One of my kidney doctors suggested I stay out of circulation for 4 months. Has anyone else been told that? Does that include the nail salon, church, etc.?

One of my kidney doctors suggested I stay out of circulation for 4 months. Has ...

frebusmaxwell

•2 years ago

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FSGS Can’t Stop Audra: “I Have More on My Journey”

"I kept telling myself, you've got more to do here." shared Audra. "I'm going to do whatever I need to do and I did every single thing my doctors asked me to...

"I kept telling myself, you've got more to do here." shared Audra. "I'm going to...

JackieJ_NKF

Partner•3 years ago

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new to this

An Urgent Call for Action: NKF Testimony on Organ Transplantation Reform

How Community and Family Support Made Two Life-Saving Kidney Donations Possible

First International Trip after Kidney Transplant

Hot Topics in Kidney Health - Xenotransplantation: Updates on Animal-to-Human Transplants

A Tale of Two Kidney Transplants: Family Saves the Day

GFR & Creatinine

Handling life after the transplant

NKF Celebrates National Donate Life Month in April

Three Times Kidney Transplant Recipient: "Third time's the charm."

A Patient-Centric Transplant System: NKF’s Transplants for All Vision

OxyContin

NKF is Transforming the Fight Against Kidney Disease with KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™

Kidney patients waiting for a transplant deserve better

Removal of Haemodialysis Fistula

From Preemie to Transplant Recipient: Logan's Fight Against a Rare Kidney Disorder

GFR post transplant

Living Donor Volunteers

Treatment for osteoporosis post kidney transplant

Organ Donor Heroes

Transplant Meds- Anti-rejection

Transplants For All: Saving Lives, One Kidney at a Time

Kidney transplant and Oteoporsis

Kidney disease is part of a larger Black Health crisis.

Gall bladder surgery

chronic diarrhea

Prednisone morning or evening?

At home testing kit for Tacrolimus levels

Post-Transplant Exposure

FSGS Can’t Stop Audra: “I Have More on My Journey”

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