The Center is dedicated to improving kidney patients’ quality of life and reducing the occurrence of ESRD through education and by developing awareness of dialysis and kidney disease issues, improving the partnership between patients and caregivers, and developing favorable public policy solutions.
Join the DPC Education Center for our January Facebook Live with Healthcare Consultant, Dr. Scantlebury! Bring your kidney questions to this Q&A session to get answers from our health expert.
Diabetic Kidney Disease
The following information will focus on diabetic kidney disease and is taken from the National Institute of Health (www.niddk.nih.gov): What [...]
Recipe of the Month: Lamb Chops with Orange Mustard Sauce
December’s recipe is a great option for any festive holiday dinner: Lamb Chops with Orange Mustard Sauce.
The Importance of Immunizations for People with Kidney Disease
Living with kidney disease presents unique health challenges, including an increased susceptibility to infections. Immunizations play a crucial role in protecting people with kidney disease, including those on dialysis or with a kidney transplant, from preventable diseases. This article will discuss the importance of vaccines in general and those protecting against respiratory illness specifically, the risks associated with not being vaccinated, and concerns related to misinformation on vaccination decisions.
