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    We can help answer your questions about kidney disease and kidney failure.

    All our fact sheets, brochures and our two patient handbooks, “Living with Reduced Kidney Function” and “Living with Kidney Failure”, are available for download on our website or you can obtain printed versions from hospital renal units or dialysis clinics.

    You will also find in this section practical information for kidney patients, webinars on various topics and other resources.

  • Handbooks and brochures
    To promote a better understanding of kidney disease and of the support and resources available, The Kidney Foundation produces educational materials in printed and digital format.
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  • Webinars
    Our ongoing series of educational webinars cover a broad array of kidney health topics. You can register for upcoming webinars or access recordings of past webinars in our Resources Hub.
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  • Virtual Forums
    Every year our free virtual forum brings together leading healthcare professionals, people living with kidney disease, caregivers, and kidney care advocates for powerful conversations and practical takeaways.
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  • Vaccines and Kidney Disease
    Kidney disease at all stages can make you more vulnerable to infections. Learn more about how vaccines work, vaccine safety considerations, and other tools to keep you safe.
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  • Tax Tips
    Every year during tax season, we prepare general tax tips for people who are on dialysis or have had a kidney transplant. The income tax assistance measures most often used are the Medical Expense Tax Credit and the Disability Tax Credit.
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  • Insurance Tips
    Getting life insurance (or other types of personal insurance such as health, travel or disability) can be challenging if you have kidney disease. These tips are general in nature but may help you access personal insurance.
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  • Resources Library
    Browse our educational materials and other resources to find answers to your questions about living with reduced kidney function.
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  • Kidney Health A-Z
    Use this comprehensive A-Z glossary of kidney health terms to find easy-to-understand descriptions of common terms and medications.
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