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Chronic kidney disease – CKD – poses a growing burden across the globe. CKD affects more than 10% of the world’s population, or approximately 850 million people, and is projected to be the world’s fifth leading cause of death by 2040. Yet it’s not considered a priority among non-communicable diseases.
Chronic kidney disease affects more than 10% of the world’s population, around 850 million people. World Kidney Day aims to bring that number down – by raising awareness, advancing screening and improving access to treatment.
How do chronic kidney disease patients access necessary health care when the world around them is falling apart?
What can advocates do about a preventable disease with a complex name that affects 391 million people? Raise awareness.