National Volunteer Week 2021

National Volunteer Week 2021

Published on April 13, 2021 | In 1974, President Nixon established National Volunteer Week. “The spirit of voluntarism, one of the hallmarks of American life, has rarely been stronger than it is today,” he proclaimed. Next week, we honor those who donate...
PKD Research During the COVID-19 Pandemic

PKD Research During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Published on April 6, 2021 | What happens to research during a pandemic? When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in early spring 2020, hospitals canceled elective surgeries and other procedures. They also halted the majority of clinical trials underway, setting researchers...
Running a Marathon for PKD

Running a Marathon for PKD

Published on March 30, 2021 | What comes to mind when you think of ways to raise awareness of PKD? Attending the Walk for PKD, posting kidney facts on social media? As the spring weather settles in, there’s another active way to support awareness—running a...
Spreading PKD Awareness Through Design

Spreading PKD Awareness Through Design

Published on March 23, 2021 | After a PKD diagnosis, there’s often a lot of questions. How do I stay healthy? Should I change my diet? How do I talk about PKD with others? Using graphic design, Chelsie Tamms is spreading PKD awareness in the hopes of making...