Kidney Chronicles

World Kidney Day is a global health awareness campaign focusing on the importance of our kidneys and reducing the frequency and impact of Kidney Disease and its associated health problems worldwide. The campaign is celebrated every year on the second Thursday of March in more than 100 countries in 6 continents. Every year the campaign […]

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NUTRITION FOR KIDNEYS

Healthy eating is important for everyone but it’s critical for people with chronic kidney disease. Following a nutritious diet will help one feel good and live well with kidney disease. Whether you have chronic kidney disease, you’re on dialysis or have a kidney transplant; these guidelines will help you live a healthier life.   Healthy […]

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE FOR PATIENTS POST TRANSPLANTATION

Having a healthy lifestyle after a kidney transplant goes a long way to minimise the risk of complications. Therefore, it’s recommended that you: Stop smoking if you smoke- If you smoke, it’s strongly recommended that you stop as soon as possible because smoking can reduce the life of your new kidney and can increase your […]

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DIABETIC HEALTH

Diabetes is a major risk factor for kidney disease. However, this happens when diabetes is poorly controlled. If well controlled, one can prevent diabetic kidney disease and other complications of diabetes. If one already has diabetic kidney disease, control of blood sugar will help retard the progression of diabetic kidney disease but will not halt […]

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