by Sydney Johnston | Jan 19, 2021 | Donations, Knowledge
Published on January 19, 2021 | Want to raise funds that benefit the PKD community but not sure where to start? Through the Fundraise Your Way program, it’s easy to fundraise for PKDF. Senior Director of Community Fundraising Sue Full walks us through the basics...
by Sydney Johnston | Dec 17, 2020 | Education, Knowledge, Research
Published December 17, 2020 | While distribution of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine across the country has begun, many in the PKD community have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. Chris Rusconi, Ph.D., chief research officer at the PKD Foundation, sits down with...
by Sydney Johnston | Sep 1, 2020 | Awareness, Knowledge
Published September 1, 2020 | On September 4th, we celebrate PKD Awareness Day. A day dedicated to educating and inspiring our friends, families, and communities to learn about PKD. When more people learn about PKD, more people get involved. And that means more...
by PKD Foundation Staff | Feb 5, 2018 | Knowledge, PKD Health Notes
How often have you heard your stomach growl, felt a little light-headed or had an oncoming headache and immediately reached for a snack? You might be surprised to find that what can feel like a hunger pang is actually thirst. These two sensations ride a fine line, and...
by Valen Keefer | Oct 16, 2014 | Determination, Knowledge, PKD Will Not Beat Me, Positivity
Were you recently diagnosed with PKD? Living with PKD? Have a loved one with PKD? Looking for hope and inspiration? Welcome to PKD Will Not Beat Me! My mission is to provide Positivity, Knowledge and Determination as you navigate your individual path in life. This is...
by Valen Keefer | Sep 25, 2014 | Knowledge, PKD Will Not Beat Me
“Are you an organ donor?” I recently asked this, repetitively, over the course of two hours. It was an enlightening experience to volunteer at the Sierra Donor Services Donate Life booth for the DMV Wellness Fair. People would stroll down the line of booths and as...
