Legal Protections for Living Organ Donors Are Increasing. But More Needs to Be Done.
There is newfound momentum for laws that protect living organ donors, with eight states enacting new legislation in the past several months. Delaware, Florida, Georgia,…
Prioritizing Mental Health for Individuals with Chronic Kidney Disease
Many studies have shown us that living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end stage renal disease (ESRD) can have adverse impacts on individuals’ mental…
New Article Highlights Kidney Community’s Response to COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic may be far from over, but the way our community responded to the pandemic undoubtedly saved many lives. In a recent article…
Mental Health Awareness Month: Kidney Disease and Mental Health
Those of us who work closely with kidney patients know all too well that kidney disease takes not only a serious physical toll, but for…
The Importance of Patient Choice in Home Dialysis
Whether by carrot or by stick, the 2019 Advancing American Kidney Health Initiative (AAKHI) Executive Order and its associated voluntary (Kidney Care Choices) and mandatory…
Raising Awareness: April is National Donate Life Month
The North American Transplant Coordinators Organization (NATCO) has been providing education and professional development for donation and transplant professionals for over 40 years. Our organization…
Member Spotlight: Improving Care for Individuals with CKD
KCP’s membership represents the entire kidney community – from patients to therapeutic innovators and manufacturers. We all work together to improve care, increase access and…
Recognizing Nephrology Nurses During National Kidney Month
At KCP, we are proud to represent a diverse coalition of organizations that represent the entire kidney community. We know that quality kidney care is…