The kidney is designed to make urine and extract waste and extra fluid from your body. Diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease are some of the diseases that may precipitate poor kidney function. The International Society of Nephrology indicates that 850 million people in the world have kidney disease, but few of them are aware of its perils. Kidney dysfunction that lasts longer than three months often cannot be repaired. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, you can lose 60 percent of your kidney function before a problem is seen. However, early detection and the right treatment can slow down or even halt the development of chronic kidney disease. Get To Know Your Kidneys by watching this short video as well as check out the articles below from the American Kidney Fund for more information.
March is National Kidney Month
by Kathy W Bryant | Mar 6, 2024 | Benefits, For System Office Staff