What if peritoneal dialysis could become smarter, easier to live with, and less dependent on traditional delivery systems? This session will explore exciting new innovations in PD care, including earlier ways to detect peritonitis, wearable dialysis devices, and technology that could allow dialysis...
Kidney disease has had a devastating impact on my life, both emotionally and financially.
When she first heard her diagnosis, Bibi was terrified. She had already watched her father die at the hand of this disease.
Bibi was anxious about going for dialysis in the same clinic where her father had...
A legacy for his second family
Bill, a kidney disease patient, was a frequent visitor to The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Sarnia office as he welcomed the warm and friendly interaction he had with staff and volunteers. He also came to appreciate all that The Kidney Foundation did to support patients...
Throughout the month of March, your favourite Manitoba bingo game is giving you a brand-new way to support The Kidney Foundation!
We’re thrilled to partner with Kinsmen Jackpot Bingo, and when you purchase cards from their online store, you’ll have the option to donate 10% of your purchase to help...
They gave me a second chance in life.
Bob is one of the thousands of Canadians who has benefited from short-term financial assistance from The Kidney Foundation. He says the Foundation “stepped up to the plate” to offer support at a difficult time when his kidneys were failing.
“They gave me my...
Amazing research has taken place, more awareness has been raised about kidney disease, and our understanding of it has deepened.
Cancer touches everyone’s life in some way, whether they experience it personally or have a loved one living with the disease. My family is no different.
My brother Paul’s...