Dialysis and transplant are costly, and you may worry about how to pay for them. This section will help you to see what your options may be. kidneyschool.org/m18/#/

People with kidney disease can live long and live well. Learn about your role in helping yourself or your loved one to stay as healthy as possible in this introduction to Kidney School. kidneyschool.org/intro/

For people at any stage of kidney disease, knowledge is power. Knowing the signs and symptoms of kidney failure can help you to get the treatment you need to feel your best. kidneyschool.org/m01/

Did you know that dialysis isn't always done with a machine? Or that kidney transplants can come from unrelated living donors? You can learn something new about the pros and cons of kidney treatments in this module. kidneyschool.org/m02/

You are the most important member of your health care team. Learning the roles of other care team members will help you ask your questions of the right people, so you'll be more likely to get the answers you need. kidneyschool.org/m03/

Every day, with every meal and every medication, you make choices that can affect your health outcomes. Learn the how's and why's of following your medications, meal plans, fluids, and—for people on dialysis—dialysis treatments. kidneyschool.org/m04/#/

Despite kidney disease, you are still you. In this module, learn about typical stages of adjustment, and find resources and ideas to help you live long and live well. kidneyschool.org/m05/

Anemia, a shortage of oxygen-carrying red blood cells, can cause heart damage in people with kidney disease. Learn how to protect yourself and be sure you're getting the testing and treatment you need. kidneyschool.org/m06/

Many people with kidney disease don't know they can use their lab test results to see how well they're doing—and avoid some complications. How? Learn all about it in this module. kidneyschool.org/m07/

Hemodialysis requires the surgical creation of a special blood vessel—vascular access—to handle high blood flow rates. Learn in this module which access is best and why, and how to protect your access so it will last as long as possible. kidneyschool.org/m08/

CMS is continuing to implement many important provisions of the #InflationReductionAct to help people with #Medicare access the prescriptions they need. This new payment option will help eliminate the burden of paying the total out-of-pocket cost upfront for people with Medicare.

People on dialysis have special nutrition and fluid needs, but food is a major focus of family life and social events. Learn how to balance your food intake so you can eat the foods you love, in moderation, and stay as healthy as possible. kidneyschool.org/m09/

🤖Innovative curriculums, new home #dialysis training are attracting more fellows to #nephrology. 👉Find out how -- and more -- in the latest Nephrology News & Issues edition. healio.com/news/nephrolog…

This week, the Platte River Chapter #324 participated in the Fremont Days Parade in Fremont, NE to celebrate 55 years of ANNA and raise awareness about CKD. Despite the heat, the team walked 15 blocks distributing ANNA brochures and CKD fact sheets. Way to go! 👏

Healthy kidneys work 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Dialysis replaces only a small part of kidney function, so getting adequate treatment is vital to living long and living well with kidney disease. kidneyschool.org/m10/

Maintaining a healthy sex life and having children are important goals for some people with kidney disease. Learn how kidney disease can affect sexuality and fertility—and what you can do about it. kidneyschool.org/m11/

Staying active with chronic kidney disease (CKD) means having enough energy to do the things you love. This is part of what makes life worth living! Keep reading to learn why you may be so tired and how to get more energy. kidneyschool.org/m12/#/

Marcine and many other dialysis patients are fortunate to qualify for Medicaid in their states. However, this coverage restricts them to in-state healthcare, reducing their access to life-saving transplants from other states. Dialysis patients need access to coverage that fits

High blood pressure is the number two cause of kidney disease—and heart disease (often caused by high blood pressure) is the number one killer of kidney patients. Learn how to keep your blood pressure down to keep your kidneys and heart healthy. kidneyschool.org/m13/

People with kidney disease have important responsibilities related to their health care—and important rights as well. Learn how to handle conflicts with health care providers. Decision-making about end-of-life issues is also included in this module. kidneyschool.org/m14/