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National Kidney Foundation

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We’re fighting to eliminate preventable kidney disease, accelerate innovation, and dismantle structural inequities in kidney care. Learn more: empli.fi/nkf

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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 01/10/2026
Help researchers crack the genetic code of kidney disease. 🧬 This fully remote study is open to U.S. adults 18+, with or without kidney disease. Join free and receive a free ancestry report: bit.ly/4hKzOYK
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 01/10/2026
High blood pressure puts pressure on your heart and kidneys. The BaxDuo-Pacific study is looking at ways to reduce this for people like you. If you have CKD with high blood pressure, you may be able to join. Learn more: buff.ly/lTCZ13W
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 01/10/2026
Kimleigh is one of many superheroes walking among us. Visit kidney.org/livingdonor today to learn how you can be the hero for someone in need.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 21/09/2026
Now in end-stage kidney disease, Tony Award and Grammy Award winner J. Harrison Ghee is searching for a living kidney donor. They sat down with NKF to share their story and raise awareness about organ donation. buff.ly/OYKNfpp
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 18/09/2026
A mother’s love knows no bounds. 🧡 Living kidney donation saves lives! #livingdonor #kidneydisease #kidneytransplant
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 17/09/2026
The KidneyCARE Study now has participants in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Join this research study that will advance patient education and kidney disease treatment. buff.ly/Aip6U9k
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 16/09/2026
Join NKF for a conversation on strengthening communication between kidney cancer care partners and healthcare teams. Hear from a kidney cancer survivor, their care partner, and an onco-nephrology expert on advocacy, navigating care, and getting the most from the healthcare system. bit.ly/46NuVHy
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 16/09/2026
The NKF Peers mentoring program provides one-on-one support to guide you through your kidney health journey. Get connected with a mentor now. bit.ly/3GMRFh9
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 16/09/2026
Recetas. Tradiciones. Historias. Hay muchas cosas que heredamos de nuestras familias y llevamos con nosotros toda la vida. Este #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana, hagamos espacio para hablar también de nuestros riñones. Conoce tu riesgo y encuentra información y recursos en kidney.org/culturahispana.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 14/09/2026
Help researchers crack the genetic code of kidney disease. 🧬 This fully remote study is open to U.S. adults 18+, with or without kidney disease. Join free and receive a free ancestry report: bit.ly/4hKzOYK
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 11/09/2026
You may know Tony and Grammy Award winner J. Harrison Ghee from Broadway’s Some Like It Hot. Now, they’re sharing a more personal journey: living with kidney disease and searching for a living kidney donor. bit.ly/4cE3fZb
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 11/09/2026
¿Cómo podemos ayudar a nuestros niños a tener una relación saludable con la comida desde pequeños? La Dra. Mariselis Rosa-Sánchez, nefróloga pediátrica y chef, comparte 3 consejos sencillos para lograrlo de una manera positiva y divertida, sin hablar de alimentos “buenos” o “malos”.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 10/09/2026
NKF Peers is looking for mentors who are ready to share their experience, offer support, and be there for someone navigating kidney disease. Become an NKF Peers mentor today and help someone feel less alone. buff.ly/9HelNc7
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 09/09/2026
Join NKF for a conversation on strengthening communication between kidney cancer care partners and healthcare teams. Hear from a kidney cancer survivor, their care partner, and an onco-nephrology expert on advocacy, navigating care, and getting the most from the healthcare system. bit.ly/46NuVHy
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 07/09/2026
The terms genetics and family history are often used interchangeably, but understanding the difference between them can help you better understand your kidney health and talk with your healthcare professional about your risk. buff.ly/z85RWNy
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 03/09/2026
High blood pressure puts pressure on your heart and kidneys. The BaxDuo-Pacific study is looking at ways to reduce this for people like you. If you have CKD with high blood pressure, you may be able to join. Learn more: buff.ly/lTCZ13W
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 02/09/2026
The NKF Peers mentoring program provides one-on-one support to guide you through your kidney health journey. Whether you’re living with kidney disease, on dialysis, interested in transplant or finding a living donor, you can connect with a trained peer mentor. Go to Kidney.org/Peerstoday today.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 31/08/2026
Help researchers crack the genetic code of kidney disease. This fully remote study is open to U.S. adults 18+, with or without kidney disease. Join free and receive a free ancestry report: kdstudy.rugcc.org/kd/signup
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 27/08/2026
Living with kidney disease and navigating your journey can feel overwhelming. Empower yourself with knowledge and resources from the NKF Kidney Learning Center at bit.ly/4ljUIxi
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 27/08/2026
Vivir con nefropatía por IgA (NIgA) puede ser un desafío, tanto física como emocionalmente. Es normal sentirse abrumado en algunos momentos, pero no tiene que enfrentar este camino solo. La guía interactiva de aprendizaje de la NKF está aquí para brindarle apoyo kidney.org/iga-nefropatia-recorrido.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 26/08/2026
The KidneyCARE Study now has participants in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Join this research study that will advance patient education and kidney disease treatment. buff.ly/Aip6U9k
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 24/08/2026
Do you know someone struggling with their kidney disease diagnosis? The NKF Peers mentoring program can help. buff.ly/bhAt3ou
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 21/08/2026
Nadie entiende la enfermedad renal como quien la vive. Tu voz puede ayudar a mejorar el futuro de la atención y los recursos para miles de personas. Inscríbete hoy en kidneycarestudy.org
Hombre inscribiéndose en el estudio KidneyCARE desde su laptop.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 19/08/2026
Congratulations to Bernie and Hope for being named as the 2026 NKF Kidney Heroes of the Year!! Thank you to all those who voted and whose donations went to support our crucial mission.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 18/08/2026
¡Hoy es el día! 🧡 Cada día, alguien comienza un nuevo capítulo en su camino con la enfermedad renal. Un diagnóstico inesperado, una familia que aprende a vivir con la diálisis, un ser querido que busca un donante en vida. Ayuda a escribir un nuevo capítulo con tu donación hoy: bit.ly/4wVsdv7.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 17/08/2026
Whether or not you've been diagnosed, you help researchers crack the code that can improve the ability to treat or prevent kidney disease. This study is fully remote, you can join if you are 18 years or older and live in the U.S. Join for free today: kdstudy.rugcc.org/kd/signup
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 17/08/2026
Meet this year's inspiring nominees and cast your vote today at Kidney.org/HeroOfTheYear!
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 15/08/2026
Cada día, miles de personas que viven con enfermedad renal buscan respuestas, apoyo y esperanza. Tú puedes ayudar a escribir el próximo capítulo de su historia. 📖 En este Día para Dar – Héroes del Riñón, conviértete en ese héroe: bit.ly/4gruMz7 .
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 14/08/2026
Before July 2024, Reggie was your average teen. She loved dancing, reading, hanging out with friends, and was excited to start junior high school at the end of the summer. But a routine health check that month changed everything for her and her family.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 13/08/2026
The NKF Innovation Fund will use our unmatched expertise to attract funding from major donors to invest in the most promising therapies, treatments, and prevention methods. Learn more at kidney.org/innovationfund today. #AccelerateTheCKDFight
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 13/08/2026
Are you looking for reliable information on transplantation, living donation and other kidney-related topics? Look no further than the NKF Kidney Learning Center. Visit bit.ly/4ljUIxi today. #TransplantsForAll
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 12/08/2026
Change the face of kidney disease. Join the KidneyCARE Study, a research study for people at all stages and types of kidney disease that will advance patient education and kidney disease treatment. bit.ly/3JJhfoT
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 12/08/2026
Tayler and Billy Ransome never imagined that the 20-week ultrasound for their first child would be anything but normal. Instead, they learned their baby, Sully, had a rare condition called posterior urethral valves, a blockage in the urethra that can cause childhood kidney disease even before birth.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 12/08/2026
The NKF Peers mentoring program provides one-on-one support to guide you through your kidney health journey. Get connected with a mentor now. bit.ly/3GMRFh9
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 12/08/2026
Cada día, alguien comienza un nuevo capítulo en su camino con la enfermedad renal. Este Día para Dar – Héroes del Riñón, tú puedes ayudar a que esa historia esté llena de esperanza, apoyo y nuevas oportunidades. 🧡 Conviértete en un héroe del riñón hoy: bit.ly/4xBPpOP
El 18b de agosto es el Día para Dar – Héroes del Riñón.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 11/08/2026
88% of Big Ask; Big Give participants reported taking an action after attending any program, such as contacting a transplant center or getting evaluated. Find an event in your area: www.kidney.org/transplantat...
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 10/08/2026
With every video, Melanie educates her audience, finds the humor in her journey, and brings hope to countless others who struggle with kidney disease.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 10/08/2026
Honor the incredible heroes that make up our kidney community and vote for your 2026 Kidney Hero of the Year! Get started at Kidney.org/HeroOfTheYear!
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 10/08/2026
Do you have chronic kidney disease and west African Ancestry? The APPRECIATE clinical research study will assess the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of an investigational drug in people with APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease. Learn more: buff.ly/nDSj9Xr
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 07/08/2026
For musician Larry g(EE), it all began with a routine eye exam. The simple checkup led to a shocking diagnosis—stage 4 kidney disease. From there, Larry would transform his lifestyle, rediscover his love for music, and share his story to raise awareness about the dangers of high blood pressure.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 06/08/2026
High blood pressure puts pressure on your heart and kidneys. The BaxDuo-Pacific study is looking at ways to reduce this for people like you. If you have CKD with high blood pressure, you may be able to join. Learn more: buff.ly/lTCZ13W
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 03/08/2026
For years, Bernie faced complex health problems from IgG4, a rare autoimmune condition that also led to kidney failure. When he discovered that he needed a kidney, he began searching for a living donor. It was a company-wide email that would bring him the hope he needed -- in Hope.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 03/08/2026
Celebrate the incredible heroes in the kidney community by voting for the 2026 Kidney Hero of the Year! Each donation serves as a vote while also helping fuel the National Kidney Foundation's mission. Learn about the nominees and cast your vote at Kidney.org/HeroOfTheYear!
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 03/08/2026
Los héroes no siempre usan capa. A veces son donantes en vida como Maribel. Conoce como tú también puedes salvar una vida en kidney.org/livingdonor.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 31/07/2026
LA actor and Kidney Hero of the Year nominee Erròn Jay is used to playing intense roles on screen. But in 2020, he faced a real-life crisis no script could prepare him for – kidney failure. Today, Erròn uses his platform to advocate for living donation nationwide, particularly with Black men.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 30/07/2026
Conozca más sobre la nefropatía por IgA (NIgA) con información clara y recursos diseñados para ayudarle a comprender mejor la salud de sus riñones y los próximos pasos en su atención. Comience hoy en kidney.org/iga-nefropatia-recorrido.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 29/07/2026
We have a lifeline for kidney patients, just like Kellie, who feel alone due to their diagnosis. Get matched with a mentor today at Kidney.org/Peers.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 29/07/2026
Kidney health shouldn’t be complicated. Take control of your kidney health your way with personalized content. Visit kidney.org/CKD-Journey to get started.
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 29/07/2026
Celebrate the incredible heroes in the kidney community for NKF’s first ever 2026 Kidney Hero of the Year! Learn about our seven incredible nominees and make a gift to support the National Kidney Foundation’s mission in their honor. 🧡
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National Kidney Foundation @kidney.org · 28/07/2026
This NKF Live will feature a nephrologist, clinical trial director, and a person living with IgAN sharing their perspectives and stories. Set a reminder on YouTube: bit.ly/4fzJmmE
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