Living with PKD During COVID-19
Published May 12, 2020 | In these unprecedented times, families across the globe are adapting their way of life to stay safe and healthy. Living with PKD during the COVID-19 pandemic can be even more challenging. Whether you're a transplant recipient, currently on...
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The PKD Foundation Blog is contributed to by PKD Foundation staff and members of our incredible community. Focused on bringing you important PKD and Foundation updates, our blogs cover advocacy initiatives; awareness events; education for patients, caregivers, and health care professionals; and updates from and for our researchers.
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2020 Walk for PKD: Recap
Published November 10, 2020 | This year brought a big change to the PKD Foundation—moving the 2020 Walk for PKD to a virtual platform. During the 10 day event, we raised funds for PKD research,...
TOD Account, Understanding Your Planned Giving Options
Published November 2, 2020 | Many people considering leaving a legacy to the PKD Foundation first think about including us in their will, for which we're very grateful. Did you know that’s not...
Phosphorus and PKD: What You Need to Know
Published October 27, 2020 | Before your PKD diagnosis, you probably didn’t give much thought to phosphorus and kidney disease. While it plays many important roles in keeping you...
Introducing the Advocacy Champions Network
Published October 20, 2020 | More than six months after state-level lockdowns began due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it feels as though advocacy organizations everywhere have adapted to the new,...
Researcher Spotlight: Karel Liem Jr., M.D., Ph.D.
Published October 6, 2020 Karel Liem Jr., M.D., Ph.D., Yale University How did you first get involved in PKD research? Karel: My interest in PKD research developed from my genetic studies...
Sneak Peek: The 10-Day Walk for PKD
In two weeks, members of the PKD community will unite for a 10-day virtual Walk for PKD. Months of planning, fundraising, and organizing will culminate in the nation's largest public awareness...
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Published November 10, 2020 | This year brought a big change to the PKD Foundation—moving the 2020 Walk for PKDRead More
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Published November 2, 2020 | Many people considering leaving a legacy to the PKD Foundation first think about including usRead More
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Published October 20, 2020 | More than six months after state-level lockdowns began due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it feelsRead More
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Sometimes, heroes walk among us and aren’t easily recognized. My hero took great care of her kidneys until I wasRead More
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Dean was a passionate advocate for PKD, a dedicated volunteer & a great friend. His legacy will live on throughRead More