Kidney Health For All Preparing For The Unexpected, Supporting The Vulnerable

Kidney disease is called a ‘silent disease’ as there are often few or no symptoms. In fact, you can lose up to 90 per cent of your kidneys’ functionality before experiencing any symptoms. My symptoms started in 1994 and I was managed for 10 years with over multiple medications to control my blood pressure, anemia, and kidney function. Pay attention to your body. L.Myers MSN RNC

March 9th is World Kidney Day. The colors of this year’s theme represents the blood (red), excess water (blue), and (urine yellow) that our kidneys filter, clean and eliminate.

Ten ways to manage kidney disease

1. Control your blood pressure
2. Meet your blood glucose goal if you have diabetes
3. Work with your health care team to monitor your kidney health
4. Take medicines as prescribed
5. Work with a dietitian to develop a meal plan
6. Make physical activity part of your routine
7. Aim for a healthy weight
8. Get enough sleep
9. Stop smoking
10. Find healthy ways to cope with stress and depression

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/kidney-disease/chronic-kidney-disease-ckd/managing

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