Wednesday, March 13, 2024

ICYMI: March is National Kidney Month

Get to know your kidneys this National Kidney Month.
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Take Steps to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy

Did you know? As many as 90% of people who have kidney disease don't know they have it, yet 1 in 7 of us will develop kidney disease in our lifetime. This National Kidney Month, we're encouraging everyone to get to know their kidneys and take steps to prevent or manage kidney disease.

Watch our National Kidney Month video to learn more about why your kidneys are vital to your overall health and what lifestyle changes you can make now to protect your kidneys.

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Kidneys

Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs, each about the size of a fist. They are located just below the rib cage, one on each side of your spine.

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Your kidneys filter your blood and make urine. They balance the water, salts, and minerals in your blood and remove waste, acid, and extra fluid.

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If your kidneys are struggling, they will work harder to keep up–you can lose up to 60% of your kidney function before you notice any problems.


Information for Health Professionals

Visit our Diabetes Discoveries & Practice Blog for a new post with tips for communicating with patients about their kidney health.

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