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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Researcher Spotlight: Rebecca Walker, Ph.D.
Published July 14, 2020 Rebecca Walker, Ph.D., University of Maryland How did you first get involved in PKD research? Rebecca: I did my doctorate in Dr. Dominic Norris’ lab in Oxford, UK. His lab...
Walk for PKD: Announcing 10-Day Virtual Event
Published July 7, 2020 | Now in its 20th year, the Walk for PKD remains the nation’s largest gathering of the PKD community. As the PKDF's signature fundraising and public awareness event, the...
Meet Chief Advancement Officer, Chad Iseman
Published June 23, 2020 | Earlier this month, Chad Iseman joined the PKD Foundation as its new chief advancement officer. He's no stranger to the world of kidney disease. A veteran fundraiser,...
Raising Awareness of PKD, One Mask at a Time
Published June 16, 2020 | Even the simplest act can have a huge impact. While the ongoing pandemic has kept many indoors, Toni Stuart used this time at home to raise awareness of PKD. With the...
Researcher Spotlight: Laurel Willig, M.D.
Published June 9, 2020 Laurel Willig, M.D., Children's Mercy How did you first get involved in PKD research? Laurel: I have had a strong interest in the genetics of pediatric renal disease since...
5 Ways to Be a PKD Advocate for Your Loved One
Published June 2, 2020 When a loved one is diagnosed with PKD, it's important to learn how to be a PKD advocate. Glenna Frey knows exactly what that's like. Living in Whitehouse, Ohio, Glenna...
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Published August 4, 2020 Taka Saigusa, M.D., University of Alabama at Birmingham How did you first get involved inRead More -
Published July 28, 2020 | Funding research is a primary function of the PKD Foundation. Each year, a research grantRead More -
Published July 21, 2020 While staying active year-round is important, exercising in the summer heat can be challenging. How doRead More -
Published July 14, 2020 Rebecca Walker, Ph.D., University of Maryland How did you first get involved in PKD research? Rebecca:Read More -
Published July 7, 2020 | Now in its 20th year, the Walk for PKD remains the nation’s largest gathering ofRead More -
Published June 23, 2020 | Earlier this month, Chad Iseman joined the PKD Foundation as its new chief advancement officer.Read More