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Hypertension and diabetes are two known risk factors for chronic kidney disease. It is vital that all patients follow a renal diet whether on dialysis or transplanted. Sodium and potassium must always be monitored by obtaining the appropriate labs. It is also extremely important to consult with a nutritionist or dietitian to ensure that the proper diet is followed, especially if one is experiencing problems with hypertension and/or diabetes. Proper nutrition is a key factor in living your best life! Of course, your nephrologist and/or general practitioner should always monitor your overall health concerns. We urge you to read this article, and if you have any questions or concerns, please consult a medical practitioner.
The following article is a review of the importance of blood pressure management. The information is provided by Renal and Urology News (https://www.renalandurologynews.com) |
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Join Us at Our New Time, 2pm EST,
for the Next DPC Kidney Chat - August 12th |
Thank you to everyone who joined us this week for our June Kidney Chat!
Our next call will be Tuesday, August 12th, at our new time, 2:00pm EST. Our August guest is Fanny Sung Whelan, MS, RDN, LDN. Fanny is a registered dietitian who has worked with people with all stages of kidney disease since 2011, from pre-dialysis to dialysis to transplant. See Fanny's full bio on our Advisory Council page.
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To join the call:
Dial: 866-230-9002
Enter Meeting Code: 420 835 078# As always, this a safe place to discuss aspects of living with kidney disease and connect with fellow patients in the kidney community. We hope you will join us! |
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| Recipe of the Month:
Fish Tacos
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Get a brand new, kidney-friendly recipe* delivered to your inbox each month!
Our July recipe is a quick and easy summer favorite: Fish Tacos.
This recipe was adapted by Fanny Sung Whelan, RD, from Chef Kris Gaudet from Kidney Community Kitchen.
*Always check with your nutritionist before incorporating new foods or recipes into your diet to make sure it is right for you.
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FREE Upcoming Virtual Learning Events |
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| NEW TIME! July Facebook Live |
Join the DPC Education Center’s Healthcare Consultant, Dr. Scantlebury at our new time, 4:00pm ET. Come with your questions related to kidney disease and transplant and get answers from our expert.
Wednesday, July 16th @ 4:00pm ET.
Follow Dialysis Patient Citizens on Facebook to be notified at the start of our live session!
Register to receive a reminder email the morning of the event: https://www.dpcedcenter.org/news-events/events/signup/
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| DPC Education Center August Roundtable Talk! |
Join us for our August Roundtable Discussion, hosted by Dr. Scantlebury, which focuses on the topic of organ donation.
Two special guests will join Dr. Scantlebury to explore the organ donation process from both the donor and recipient perspectives, while also highlighting what healthcare professionals want you to know about this important topic.
Wednesday, August 6th @ 4:00pm ET.
Stay tuned for the Zoom registration link—coming soon to our website and social media!
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Recent Event Recordings - On Demand |
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If you missed our June Facebook Live, the recording is now available!
DPC Education Center’s Healthcare Consultant, Velma Scantlebury, MD, Live on Instagram to answer your kidney related questions. This month, Dr. Scantlebury covers essential summertime advice, transplant readiness tips, explains the importance of albumin in managing your health, along with many other kidney-related topics.
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| If you missed our June Instagram Live, the recording is now available!
DPC Education Center’s Healthcare Consultant, Velma Scantlebury, MD, Live on Instagram to answer your kidney related questions. This month, Dr. Scantlebury answers questions on maintaining good standing on the transplant list, what happens with fluid overload in dialysis patients, vacation tips, and many more kidney-related topics. |
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