It’s International Thyroid Awareness Week 

May 25 marks International Thyroid Awareness Week, a time to raise awareness for those living with thyroid disease. This international initiative aims to promote discussion and education about the burden, diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disorders.

Make the Change for Kidney Health

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.

Kidney Health for All

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.

New Global Patient Alliance Is Raising Profile of Chronic Kidney Disease

A new global coalition, the Global Patient Alliance for Kidney Health, launched last week. With 17 member organizations spanning five continents, the Alliance hopes to improve screening access and early treatment for a serious but often neglected public health challenge: chronic kidney disease, or CKD.