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A Global Alliance of #PKD Patient Groups promoting research and improved care for everyone affected by #ADPKD and #ARPKD

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Register Now! Email from PKD Foundation of Canada 2025 PKD Summit - November 5 & 6, 2025 Make a Donation Registration for our FREE virtual 2025 PKD Summit is now open! 2025 PKD Summit The PKD Summit is our annual o

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Empowering the PKD Community β€” The Canadian PKD Summit Awaits!

On 5–6 November, PKD Foundation of Canada will host its annual online PKD Summit β€” two days dedicated to learning, support, and connection for everyone affected by PKD.

πŸ‘‰ Register here:
myemail.constantcontact.com/Register-Now...

31.10.2025 08:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Managing a rare disease is not only about the clinical aspects β€” the psychological and emotional impact is just as significant. To address these challenges, @eurordis.bsky.social has developed the Mental Health & Wellbeing Toolkit: mhtoolkit.eurordis.org#tools-resour...

#PKDInternational #EURORDIS

28.10.2025 09:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In a new blog post published by PKD Foundation of Canada, Emily Campbell, shares practical and easy-to-apply strategies to help people with PKD make informed choices when eating out, without giving up the pleasure of good food πŸ‘‰ www.endpkd.ca/smart_strate...

#PKD #PKDInternational

24.10.2025 07:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#PKDInternational is a non-profit association based in Geneva, Switzerland, that brings together patients, patient groups, scientists, and healthcare professionals from across the globe to improve the lives of those affected by #PKD.

πŸ‘‰ pkdinternational.org

21.10.2025 13:04 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”¬ Multi-Omics: A Personalized Future for #PKD Patients

Multi-omics research is already transforming #ADPKD and #ARPKD studies.

πŸ’‘ These advances bring us closer to a future where therapies are guided by each patient’s unique biological profile πŸ‘‡
@theracilproject.bsky.social @erknet.bsky.social

17.10.2025 07:43 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”¬ From Lab to Life: How Multi-Omics is Revolutionizing Kidney Research

Multi-omics is transforming research into ARPKD and ADPKD, unlocking insights that bring us closer to personalized therapies.

What Makes Multi-Omics Different πŸ‘‡

#PKDInternational #PKDResearch

14.10.2025 08:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🀝 Stronger Together: #PKDInternational & PKD FamiliÀre Zystennieren

🌍 Together, we are working to advance research, provide resources that improve patient care and outcomes worldwide, and strengthen our collective voice.

πŸ”— pkdcure.de

10.10.2025 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’‘ The @eurordis.bsky.social Mental Health & Wellbeing Toolkit is a comprehensive resource for people with rare and undiagnosed conditions, their care givers, and families.

πŸ”— Access these free resources developed by EURORDIS here: mhtoolkit.eurordis.org

#PKDInternational #RareDiseases

07.10.2025 07:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’› Support the PKD community today – your generosity truly matters!

πŸ”¬ Fund life-changing research: Every contribution, no matter how small, brings us closer to more effective treatments.

πŸ’» Be part of the change today: pkdinternational.org/donate

#PKDInternational #DonateForPKD

03.10.2025 07:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#PKDInternational was pleased to participate in the annual members’ meeting of #SwissPKD, which took place yesterday in Zurich.

πŸ’›We are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to these important discussions and to strengthen collaboration in support of the #PKDcommunity.

01.10.2025 07:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 Global Collaboration for a PKD-Free Future

We are proud to partner with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Charity UK, the first and only organization in the United Kingdom dedicated solely to improving the lives of people affected by Polycystic Kidney Disease.

πŸ”— pkdcharity.org.uk

#PKD

30.09.2025 08:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 Welcome to our global PKD family!

We’re thrilled to announce that on Friday, 26 September 2025, during its Board meeting, PKD International officially welcomed RiΓ±Γ³n PoliquΓ­stico de MΓ©xico A.C. as our newest member. πŸ‡²πŸ‡½βœ¨

#PKD #PKDCommunity #PatientAdvocacy #GlobalCollaboration

29.09.2025 11:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Urinary peptide signature distinguishes autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease from other causes of chronic kidney disease - TheRaCil Burgmaier et al, Clinical Kidney Journal, May 2025.

Diagnosing #ARPKD in children is challenging.

Now a urinary peptide pattern can help distinguish it from other kidney diseases πŸ‘‰ theracil.eu/publications...

@theracilproject.bsky.social
#PKDInternational

26.09.2025 07:34 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

🌍 At PKD International, we’re committed to amplifying key educational opportunities for our community. Don’t miss the @pkdfoundation.bsky.social webinar on the unique challenges of ADPKD for women, pregnancy & children. All info in the original post.πŸ‘‡πŸ’›

25.09.2025 10:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌟 Live from @theracilproject.bsky.social Annual Meeting in Strasbourg!

PKD International is represented by our President, @flaviagalletti.bsky.social, PELSI Board member, ensuring the patient voice shapes research & care for #PKD. πŸ’›

#PKDResearch #ADPKD #ARPKD

23.09.2025 12:49 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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❀️ Today we celebrate 20 years of AIRP in Milan!

PKD International President @flaviagalletti.bsky.social proudly represents us at this important event, standing with AIRP to support patients, raise awareness, and advance research. πŸ’›

#PKDInternational #PKD #ADPKD #ARPKD

20.09.2025 09:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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On September 20, 2025, at the Auditorium Testori in Milan, the event β€œAIRP: 20 Years of Commitment in the Fight Against Polycystic Kidney Disease, Supporting Patients” will take place.

We are proud to stand alongside AIRP in this shared mission

πŸ‘‰ renepolicistico.it/save-the-date

19.09.2025 07:36 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’¦ Staying well-hydrated is essential for those living with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Emily Campbell, Registered Dietitian, explains that proper hydration lowers vasopressin and helps flush waste through urine.

πŸ”— Read the full article on @endpkd.bsky.social:
www.endpkd.ca/hydration_an...

16.09.2025 08:23 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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In this video, Professor Dominique Guerrot presents the DAPA-PKD study, a collaborative research effort he co-leads with Professor Emilie Cornec-Le Gall (Brest). This important study will evaluate the potential of SGLT2 inhibitors, such as dapagliflozin, in the treatment of #ADPKD.

12.09.2025 06:32 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Researchers from the #ARegPKD registry & #TheRaCil Consortium developed a risk score for 2-month-old babies with #ARPKD to predict the likelihood of needing kidney replacement therapy early in life: bit.ly/4fUcyEU

#PKDInternational

08.09.2025 07:36 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 Today is #PKDAwarenessDay !

The global community comes together to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support one another.

Throughout September, our members across many countries are hosting events and activities to shine a light on Polycystic Kidney Disease.

#PKDInternational

04.09.2025 08:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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🌍 On Sept 4, the global PKD community unites for #PKDAwarenessDay to raise awareness, support patients & push research forward.

#PKDInternational #EndPKD #ADPKD #PKDResearch

01.09.2025 07:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’› Together, we can transform the future of PKD care

Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) affects millions of lives worldwide β€” but with your help, there is hope.

πŸ’» Be part of the change today: pkdinternational.org/donate

#PKDInternational #DonateForPKD

29.08.2025 07:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Simple Guide to Long-Term Healthy Eating with PKD | Kidney Nutrition

Eating well with PKD doesn’t have to be complicated. In this helpful blog post, Emily Campbell shares practical strategies to build healthy eating habits that last.

Read the full article by the PKD Foundation of Canada to learn how small: www.endpkd.ca/a_simple_gui...

25.08.2025 12:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—“οΈ September 20, 2025

PKD International is honoured to join the celebration of the 20th anniversary of our founding member AIRP, marking two decades of dedication to the fight against polycystic kidney disease.

πŸ‘‰ renepolicistico.it/save-the-date

20.08.2025 09:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ€πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Proud to Partner with PKD Australia 🌏

πŸ’› Together, we’re raising awareness and empowering individuals affected by PKD in Australia and worldwide.

#PKDInternational #ADPKD #ARPKD #PolycysticKidneyDisease #PKDResearch #PatientSupport #KidneyHealth #RareDiseases #StrongerTogether

18.08.2025 07:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know there’s a Mental Health & Wellbeing Toolkit created specifically for people affected by rare diseases?

This free resource, developed by EURORDIS, is designed for patients, caregivers, and professionals.

πŸ‘‰ mhtoolkit.eurordis.org

#PKDInternational
@eurordis.bsky.social

15.08.2025 08:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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When living with polycystic kidney disease, knowing which fruits and vegetables to choose can make a big difference.

In this blog from the PKD Foundation of Canada, dietitian Emily Campbell shares tips to safely balance your diet: www.endpkd.ca/vegetables_a...

11.08.2025 10:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Supporting #PKDInternational means investing in research, education, and advocacy for people living with Polycystic Kidney Disease worldwide. Every donation, big or small, brings us closer to better treatments and real hope for the future.

πŸ’» pkdinternational.org/donate

08.08.2025 08:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ€πŸ’› Proud to collaborate with Niervereniging Nederland

🌟 #PKDInternational is honored to partner with Niervereniging Nederland (Dutch Kidney Association), a trusted non-profit organization dedicated to supporting people living with kidney disease in the Netherlands πŸ‘‡

05.08.2025 08:05 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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