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What You Need to Know Kidney disease at all stages can make you more vulnerable to infections. You may get sick easier or experience more severe symptoms if you do. This is because kidney disease and treatments like dialysis can weaken your immune system over time. Further, anti-rejection...

2026 - 2028 $120,000 Transplantation Precision gene editing to disarm BK polyomavirus in kidney transplantation Lay Abstract Background: Kidney transplantation offers people with kidney failure a chance to return to healthy, independent living. However, a major complication for kidney transplant...

2023 - 2026 $105,000 Chronic Kidney Disease Sex and Gender Considerations in Patient Outcomes in Individuals Living with Chronic Kidney Disease Lay Abstract Kidney disease is a global epidemic, affecting 1 in 10 Canadians, a number that has increased on average 1.6% annually. The care of...

2022 - 2024 $5,000 Nursing Sex, Gender, and Quality of Life in Patients Initiating Hemodialysis Lay Abstract Kidney failure is an irreversible, progressive decline in kidney function. As kidney function starts to decrease, the ability of the kidneys to function and excrete wastes is decreased. In...

2021 - 2022 $5,000 Nursing Sex, Gender, and Quality of Life in Patients Initiating Hemodialysis Lay Summary Kidney failure is an irreversible, progressive decline in kidney function. As kidney function declines, the ability of the kidneys to function and excrete fluid and wastes is decreased. In...

Living Well with Kidney Disease The Kidney Foundation’s Annual Virtual Forum is an inspiring and informative event that takes place at the beginning of the year. This free virtual event brings together leading healthcare professionals, people living with kidney disease, caregivers, and kidney care...

Since 1964, The Kidney Foundation of Canada has been guided by three fundamental principles: innovation, leadership, and collaboration. Our Vision Excellent kidney health, optimal quality of life for those affected by kidney disease, and a cure. Our Mission The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the...