Medicine access, costs a struggle for people facing diabetes
Every three days, Noah Urbina must switch out a device that delivers potentially life-saving medicine into his body. He switches out a port that delivers insulin into his bloodstream when…
The Great Shake Out – A Lesson to be Learned
Getting involved in the community at large is always important. As a Renal Professional, it is great to join organizations and participate in seminars and conferences. For some, joining a…
2022-2023 Flu Vaccination Campaign Kickoff
Tuesday, October 4, 2022— Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) kicked off the 2022-2023 flu vaccination season during a press…
Florida Renal Association 2022 End-of-Session Summary
Florida Renal Association 2022 End-of-Session Summary Congratulations FRA and the patients of Florida, the Living Organ Donor Protection Act is awaiting the Governor’s approval!! The CS/HB 1099, sponsored by Rep.…
Race shouldn’t be a factor in diagnosing chronic kidney disease
In recent years, there has been a broad shift in the field of medicine to recognize race as a social construct instead of a biological one. This has made significant…
Underuse of Diabetic Kidney Disease Therapies Reported
Few patients with diabetic kidney disease (DKD) are receiving guideline-recommended protective therapies, a new study suggests, highlighting missed opportunities to improve their care. “We are experiencing a shifting landscape, with…
New Bill Introduced for Preventing End-Stage Kidney Disease Act
At the end of last week, U.S. Reps. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., and G.K. Butterfield, D-NC, showcased the “New Era for Preventing End-Stage Kidney Disease Act.” Butterfield introduced the bill on Thursday with…
Policymakers must prioritize immunocompromised dialysis patients by allowing providers to allocate, distribute therapies
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