National Phosphorus Awareness Day is on 4.5
Join us on April 5 (4.5) each year to learn about the impact of unmanaged phosphorus levels in individuals with advanced chronic kidney disease!
Through AAKP’s Center for Patient Research and Education, AAKP is educating millions of at-risk Americans and their families of the importance of managing their phosphorus intake and levels through its annual awareness campaign titled, “The Hidden “P” in Kidney Disease” because “P” is the abbreviation for phosphorus and is hidden in the word “kidney” upside down, by the letter “d.”
Register now for a free virtual education event
In recognition of National Phosphorus Awareness Day on April 5th, AAKP is hosting a special HealthLine webinar on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 3 to 4 p.m., focused on the critical role phosphorus plays in kidney health. Speakers include: Annamarie Rodriguez, RDN, LD, FAND; Nina Curtis, MBA, Executive Chef; Brandi Nunez, Kidney Transplant Recipient, AAKP Ambassador; and Richard Stacewicz, Home Hemodialysis Patient, AAKP Ambassador. Learn more and register now!
Why are kidney patients at-risk?
Kidney patients are at an increased risk for high phosphorus (termed hyperphosphatemia) due to their decreased kidney function and an inability to excrete excess nutrients, including phosphorus. Among these patients, phosphorus can accumulate to toxic levels. Hyperphosphatemia often has no symptoms, and if undetected, can increase the risk of seizures, stroke, heart attack, and even death. Approximately 80% of patients on dialysis require phosphate-lowering therapy on top of a modified, low phosphorus diet. Hyperphosphatemia is defined as a serum phosphorus level higher than 4.5 mg/dL. To reinforce the 4.5 mg/dL marker, AAKP marked April 5 (4.5) the ideal target for National Phosphorus Awareness Day.
Learn more by following and joining our National Phosphorus Awareness Day campaign!
WHAT: National Phosphorus Awareness Day
WHEN: Save the date! National Phosphorus Awareness Day is on April 5 each year. (Why April 5? High phosphorus in your blood is 4.5 mg/dL and above.)
WHY: To educate and share knowledge about phosphorus and kidney disease.
WHO: National Phosphorus Awareness Day is a program of the American Association of Kidney Patients (www.AAKP.org)
WHERE/HOW: There are LOTS of ways you can join in – read below to learn how to get involved!
Countdown to National Phosphorus Awareness Day on 4.5.25!
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Try Our AAKP Delicious! Kidney-Friendly Recipes
The AAKP Delicious! recipe series program was created to support those affected by kidney disease, whether you’re a patient or family member, in your efforts to take charge of your health care through nutrition.
Let our recipes and information about nutrition and cooking inspire you. Get ready to experience the joy of preparing and sharing kidney-friendly meals! The 8th Edition of AAKP Delicious! will be released for National Phosphorus Awareness Day! Browse through our recipes by clicking here.
Read Kidney Patient Stories
Fellow patients' stories about their kidney journey are inspiring and can help to offer tips to fellow patients and families. Read our patients' stories on the AAKP blog and in aakpRENALIFE magazine.
Here are a few patient stories we are highlighting for National Phosphorus Awareness Day.
For more information on phosphorus and kidney visit, visit the AAKP Phosphorus educational web page: https://bit.ly/TheHiddenPinKidneyDisease
The 2025 National Phosphorus Awareness Day is proudly supported by an educational donation from:
