Our Blog
AAKP strives for change by promoting and celebrating the importance of kidney health for patients across the country. This blog will allow you to connect with experts, researchers, staff and volunteers surrounding our ongoing advocacy for healthy kidneys.
Global Summit Perspective: Maria Eugenia
Book Review: The Pretend Friend Association – Parts One to Four by Hannah Reimers
Kent’s Kidney Stories with AAKP Ambassador Risa Simon
COVID-19 and My Recent Hospitalization
Kent’s Kidney Stories with AAKP BOD/Ambassador Kent Bressler
Kent’s Kidney Stories with AAKP Ambassador Payal Shah
Gout Awareness
National High Potassium Awareness Day: Patient Story, Dawn Edwards
AAKP Ambassador, Dawn Edwards is no stranger to the implications of high potassium when it comes to kidney disease. Now, after a few eye-opening experiences, she wants everyone to be aware of those effects and be cautious when preparing their meals.
MY TRANSPLANT EXPERIENCE: Jim Myers
It is very important to get on the transplant list through a transplant center. In some cases, a potential recipient had a willing donor, but the center turned the recipient down because they had not gone through the testing to remain listed. Be aware of what’s required of you to also remain on that transplant wait list.