Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:37-04:00February 6th, 2019|Categories: eNews, Kidney Transplant, Support, Webinar|
During this insightful webinar, help to better prepare your family for transplant care by learning: Who will need help after the transplant surgery What type of help may be needed Who can help meet those needs Presented by: Lara Tushla, Transplant Social Worker at Rush University Medical Center
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:38-04:00February 1st, 2019|Categories: eNews|
The DPC Education Center just launched a new and fully-responsive website, making it easier than ever for dialysis patients, family members and healthcare professionals to get informed and lead healthier lives. Check out the website today at: www.dpcedcenter.org Education Through Empowerment
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:39-04:00January 22nd, 2019|Categories: Costs for Treatment, Kidney Transplant, Medication|
A patient who received a liver transplant decreased his anti-rejection drugs from 40 to one (with the hope to eventually eliminate all anti-rejection medications being taken) with the help of doctors and an experimental procedure, as published this week by The New York Times. The procedure involves training the immune system of the patient receiving the organ into not attacking the new organ by manipulating white blood cells from both the organ donor and the recipient and later reincorporating those cells into the recipient. The Advantages and Disadvantages of Anti-rejection Drugs In order for organ transplants to be successful, patients must [...]
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:40-04:00January 14th, 2019|Categories: Employment, eNews|
Here are a couple employment and financial resources that may be helpful to people with and without disabilities.
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:42-04:00January 3rd, 2019|Categories: eNews, Fact Sheet, Pediatric Kidney Disease|
By Elizabeth Lewan, Communications & Grassroots Program Coordinator at the American Psychological Association Parents want to make sure their child has a healthy and happy life, but sometimes a health complication can change things. Having a child diagnosed with pediatric chronic kidney disease (CKD) can leave parents feeling overwhelmed, anxious and scared for their child’s overall well-being, especially in the beginning. However, you can play an active role in your child’s care and treatment by providing the emotional support he/she needs and educating yourself about kidney disease and its treatments. Below are some tips that parents and caregivers may find helpful [...]
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:42-04:00January 1st, 2019|Categories: Fact Sheet, Humor and Laughter, Webinar|Tags: Happiness|
Most people make and break resolutions every year. 80% of people fail New Year Resolutions by February. Learn happiness habits instead that can change your attitude and your health on a daily basis. About the Presenter: Steve Wilson, a member of the DPC Education Center Advisory Council, is an author, psychologist, trainer and business consultant. He is also the founder of the World Laughter Tour, which trains people in laughter therapy across the country as it promotes health, happiness, and peace.
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:43-04:00December 7th, 2018|Categories: eNews, Lifestyle, Quality of Life|Tags: Travel|
There are airport screening resources available for people with disabilities and/or medical conditions that are planning to fly. These resources include: Contact information for TSA Cares where you can ask questions and express concerns related to airport screening Information about connecting with a Passenger Support Specialist and/or customer service manager at the airport (Note: the level of assistance will vary) Enrollment information for TSA Pre✓®, which may result in shorter lines and wait times at the airport Additional information about what to expect during the airport security screening process if you have a disability or medical condition A link to download [...]
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:44-04:00December 4th, 2018|Categories: Blog|
Shopping online for holiday gifts this year? Consider supporting DPC Education Center through AmazonSmile. Amazon will donate a portion of your purchases to the DPC Education Center without added cost. The DPC Education Center is dedicated to empowering kidney disease patients through education, with continual collaboration from health professionals. Support the DPC Education Center
Hannah Bracamonte2024-03-28T20:59:45-04:00December 1st, 2018|Categories: Blog, Fact Sheet, Mental Health, Stress Management|
By Steve Wilson (download PDF) Feeling down during the holidays can be tough, especially since you seem so out of step with the world. Everyone else seems to be beaming, ruddy-cheeked, bursting with holiday spirit. You’re feeling wretched and exhausted. But here’s something to cheer you up the next time you’re stuck in a room of revelers at a holiday party. Plenty of them are probably unhappy, too. Recommendations Related to Depression Are You at Risk for Depression? Knowing what factors increase your risk of having major depression may help you get the best medical help when you need it. Depression [...]
Hannah Bracamonte2024-06-07T11:42:34-04:00November 30th, 2018|Categories: Costs for Treatment, Early Intervention, eNews, What Causes Kidney Disease|Tags: Medicare|
Smoking cigarettes can damage your kidneys. Quitting smoking may help your blood pressure, which can lower your risk for having heart attack or stroke. Individuals with high blood pressure have a higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease (1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure may have chronic kidney disease). Medicare Part B covers up to eight counseling sessions centered around quitting smoking during a 12-month period. Make sure your healthcare professional is recognized by Medicare and accepts Medicare’s payment. Visit Medicare’s website for more information.
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