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Official Bluesky of the American Kidney Fund. National independent nonprofit fighting CKD & ESRD with prevention, education, clinical research & financial assistance.

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Thought you missed out on your chance to tune into Kidney Action Week? Think again! πŸ“Ί

Watch free, in-depth educational content on all things kidney health - from detection & diagnosis to treatment options & advancements in care. Start learning now: https://bit.ly/4b9a1Vf

07.03.2026 19:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Tomorrow’s the day! AKF’s 7th annual Kidney Action Week kicks off at 11AM ET ⏰ Join the only free, virtual conference in the U.S. bringing together people living with kidney disease, caregivers, health professionals & advocates to learn, connect, and take action: https://bit.ly/kidneyactionweek26

01.03.2026 18:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The American Kidney Fund was proud to attend the Black Health Matters Winter Summit in Atlanta, connecting with more than 300 attendees at the AKF booth!

Events like this are critical to advancing awareness around #kidneydiseaseβ€”especially in Black communities, who are disproportionately affected.

27.02.2026 20:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We would also like to thank Senator Tom Cotton, Senator Bernie Sanders & Senator Kirsten Gillibrand for their support of the bill & protections for living organ donors!

26.02.2026 21:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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American Kidney Fund Applauds Bipartisan Committee Approval of Living Donor Protection Act Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advances crucial bill to protect living donors

This morning, Senator Bill Cassidy said it best: living organ donors are heroes. We strongly agree & thank him for his leadership in support the Living Donor Protect Act, which advanced out of committee today! Read our statement on this major step forward: bit.ly/4segFAy

26.02.2026 21:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Health professionals can earn CME credits through accredited online course, β€œThe Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Collective: Piecing Multidisciplinary and Patient Insights to Optimize Care.” The course offers strategies to help you identify, screen, & manage patients with #CKD & #CKM: https://bit.ly/4sRRsNs

22.02.2026 20:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Healthcare professionals, including Nephrologists, Primary Care Physicians and more, can now earn free CME credits through the accredited online course, β€œBridging the Gap: Case-Based Exploration of Current and Emerging Therapies in IgA Nephropathy.” Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4hlUC6F

19.02.2026 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A #KidneyActionWeek virtual session you don't want to miss: Join a live Q&A with AKF’s Chief Medical Officer to discuss kidney disease diagnosis, management, treatment options, and emerging trends in care. View the full Kidney Action Week schedule and register: https://bit.ly/kidneyactionweek26

18.02.2026 18:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Caring for high-risk kidney transplant recipients? Learn how to personalize CMV prevention by completing the accredited online course, β€œFrom All Angles: Minimizing CMV in High-Risk Kidney Transplant Recipients”: https://bit.ly/4o2MB9p

17.02.2026 18:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Cardiologists, Nephrologists, and more healthcare professionals can earn CME credits by completing the accredited online course, β€œFrom Screening to Action: Addressing Chronic Kidney Disease to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk”. Get started learning today: https://bit.ly/3Lw5ymL

16.02.2026 20:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How are telemedicine, mobile apps, and artificial intelligence (AI) transforming kidney care?
Join AKF's 7th Annual virtual #KidneyActionWeek (March 2–5) to learn more!

πŸ•›Thurs. March 5 at 12 p.m. ET

Register: https://bit.ly/kidneyactionweek26

13.02.2026 22:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🍽️Renal care professionals: don’t miss Kidney-Friendly Eating and Nutrition, a live Q&A with renal dietitians including Vanessa Connolly, Tues., March 3, during AKF’s #KidneyActionWeek (March 2–5). Register: https://bit.ly/kidneyactionweek26

10.02.2026 18:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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From pioneering transplant innovations to new treatment approvals, the #nephrology field continues to move forward in exciting ways that offer real hope for patients. AKF's CMO, Dr. Pranav Garimella, highlights top research advancements of 2025: https://bit.ly/3ZNUq8e

06.02.2026 22:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Scientists Say This Diet Lowers Your Risk of Kidney Disease We tapped experts to weigh in on the latest findings.

🍎πŸ₯¦ New study shows plant-forward diets may lower #chronickidneydisease risk! 🩺 Learn more by reading the new article that features AKF's Ryan Woolley, M.S.P.H., R.D.N., senior director of public education: https://bit.ly/4ttNCKK

03.02.2026 17:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Registration is now open for the American Kidney Fund’s 7th annual #KidneyActionWeek, taking place March 2–5. Hear insights from leading clinicians, AKF Ambassadors and patient advocates to help inform your practice.

πŸ”— πŸ‘‡ Register today: https://bit.ly/kidneyactionweek26

02.02.2026 21:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Caring for high-risk kidney transplant recipients? Learn how to personalize CMV prevention that leads to the best outcomes for your patients by completing the accredited online course, β€œFrom All Angles: Minimizing CMV in High-Risk Kidney Transplant Recipients”: https://bit.ly/4o2MB9p

31.01.2026 20:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⏰ Deadline soon! Applications close JAN. 30TH for the 2026–2027 Kidney Health Coach Health Equity Grants!

Kidney Health Coaches apply: https://bit.ly/498UeGc

Community orgs: Email partnerships@kidneyfund.org for your application and virtual submission folder.

28.01.2026 17:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sharing your experience with a rare kidney disease can benefit you in many ways, including inspiring others! Not sure where to start with sharing your story? Download AKF’s educational guide for tips on conversation starters and how others can help you: https://bit.ly/47PJ88v

25.01.2026 18:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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CKD and cardio-kidney-metabolic care is a team effort. This CME activity brings together multidisciplinary and patient insights to support guideline-based screening, risk identification, and management of CKD and CKM conditions.

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15.01.2026 19:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Primary Care Physicians, Cardiologists, Nephrologists and more health professionals are eligible to earn CME credits by completing the free, accredited online course, β€œFrom Screening to Action: Addressing Chronic Kidney Disease to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk”. Get started: https://bit.ly/3Lw5ymL

20.01.2026 18:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nephrologists, Primary Care Physicians, Nurses and Physician Assistants can earn CME credits by completing the free, accredited online course, β€œBridging the Gap: Case-Based Exploration of Current and Emerging Therapies in IgA Nephropathy”.

🧠 Get started today: https://bit.ly/4hlUC6F

19.01.2026 18:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Health professionals can earn CME credits through accredited online course, β€œThe Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Collective: Piecing Multidisciplinary and Patient Insights to Optimize Care.” The course offers strategies to help you identify, screen, & manage patients with #CKD & #CKM: https://bit.ly/4sRRsNs

13.01.2026 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Applications are OPEN for the 2026–27 Kidney Health Coach Health Equity Grants!

⏰ Deadline: Jan. 30

Kidney Health Coaches apply: https://bit.ly/498UeGc

Community orgs: Email partnerships@kidneyfund.org for your application and virtual submission folder.

12.01.2026 18:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Redefining Transplant Possibilities: The Emergence of Kidney Xenotransplants | HCPLive Historic progress in renal xenotransplantation in 2025 brings pig kidney transplants closer to clinical reality amid an ongoing donor organ shortage.

Dr. Pranav Garimella, chief medical officer of the American Kidney Fund, recently spoke with HCPLive about kidney hashtag#xenotransplants and what these advances could mean for the future of kidney transplantation.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/49ag4cs

06.01.2026 18:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨The deadline to apply for AKF's 2026 Clinical Scientist in Nephrology (CSN) Fellowship is coming up: January 5, 2026! For more than 30 years, AKF’s CSN program has supported groundbreaking research to advance the diagnosis, treatment, & care of people living with #CKD. Apply: https://bit.ly/47x6X5b

23.12.2025 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The American Kidney Fund is pleased to announce that it is joining forces with the @amdiabetesassn.bsky.social to increase awareness and inform communities about the intersection of #kidneydisease and #diabetes, the leading cause of kidney disease in the U.S. Details: https://bit.ly/3MQUWiu

18.12.2025 20:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Housing Instability and Food Insecurity Among Patients With ESKD | Docwire News Michael Spigler of the American Kidney Fund discussed a study of patients with end-stage kidney disease, who face the related challenges of food insecurity and housing instability.

Mike Spigler of @kidneyfund.bsky.social spoke with us about a study on housing instability and food insecurity among people with ESKD. #nephsky #kidneydisease #sdoh #foodinsecurity #housinginstability www.docwirenews.com/post/housing...

12.12.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Applications are open for the 2026 Clinical Scientist in Nephrology (CSN) Fellowship!
For more than 30 years, AKF’s CSN program has supported groundbreaking research to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and care of people living with #CKD.

πŸ‘‰ Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/47x6X5b

16.12.2025 21:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sharing your experience with a rare kidney disease can benefit you in many ways, including inspiring others! Not sure where to start with sharing your story? Download AKF’s educational guide for tips on conversation starters and how others can help you: https://bit.ly/47PJ88v

10.12.2025 18:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Explore our new hub on IgA nephropathy for expert insights, emerging therapies, and the latest in disease management. Stay informed and enhance your clinical practice.

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31.10.2025 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1