March 17, 2026 The Honorable Jason Smith Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Vern Buchanan Chairman, Subcommittee on Health Committee on Ways and Means U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Re:
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March 2026
AAKP Ambassador Fiona McKinney: Staying “Transplant Ready” Through Phosphorus Management and Patient Advocacy
For nearly two decades, AAKP Ambassador Fiona McKinney has lived with dialysis while remaining determined to stay as healthy and informed as possible. Her story reflects the resilience of patients managing kidney disease—and the importance of phosphorus awareness in protecting long-term health.
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Patient Profile: A Mother’s Unexpected Experience with Kidney Disease and Transplant Readiness
Chrissy Huffman was 23 years old and pregnant with her third son when doctors discovered her kidneys were failing. What should have been a joyful time was suddenly filled with fear and uncertainty. To support her baby’s growth, she was given weekly steroid injections and amino-stasis.
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Kidney Patients Praise U.S. Senators for Vote to Protect Living Organ Donors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:February 27, 2026 FOR MORE INFORMATION:Brendan LaCivitaNational and Medical Media Specialist(813) 906-7740blacivita@aakp.org Kidney Patients Praise U.S. Senators for Vote to Protect Living Organ Donors Elimination of Insurance Discrimination Toward Living Organ Donors Within Reach After Bipartisan Majority of U.
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