by Sydney Johnston | May 24, 2022 | Awareness, Education
Published on May 24, 2022 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month. With chronic illnesses, like ARPKD and ADPKD, mental health is an important factor of your overall care plan. Whether you’re a patient with PKD, caregiver, or family member, taking charge of your...
by Sydney Johnston | Mar 31, 2022 | Education
Published on March 31, 2022 | After a diagnosis, it’s natural to have questions about polycystic kidney disease. How will it affect your daily life? Is there a treatment? How do I manage PKD complications? Finding the right healthcare team can make things...
by Sydney Johnston | Feb 1, 2022 | Advocacy, Education
Published on February 1, 2022 | Recruitment is now open for the PKD Foundation Peer Ambassadors Program! Created to build new bridges between the Foundation and previously underserved communities, the goal of the Peer Ambassadors Program is to engage new audiences...
by Sydney Johnston | Jan 11, 2022 | Education, Living with PKD
Published on January 11, 2021 | When you have PKD, your kidneys aren’t the only organs involved. Many people also have issues with their digestive systems. These are just a few links between PKD and common GI issues. Liver Cysts About 80% of people with PKD...
by Sydney Johnston | Sep 8, 2021 | Education, Living with PKD
Published on September 7, 2021 | What’s the connection between oral hygiene and kidneys? Many people with chronic kidney disease also have gum (or periodontal) disease. The good news is that increased attention to dental hygiene can keep your teeth, gums, and...
by Sydney Johnston | Aug 24, 2021 | Education
Published on August 24, 2021 | At the PKD Foundation, we believe education is key in creating better patient outcomes. And when it comes to PKD, it’s imperative that patients, caregivers, physicians, and healthcare providers are on the same page. Importantly,...
