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February 27, 2013
Greetings! 

Have You Heard the Latest on KidneyTalk?
photo Dr. Wong
Creating An Alliance for Home Dialysis 
There is a movement in the United States to help educate people and public officials of the benefits of home dialysis. Dr. Leslie Wong is Vice President of Clinical Affairs of Satellite and on the Steering Committee of Alliance for Home Dialysis. He discusses with Lori the issues that can prevent people from having this treatment option made available to them. Have you been offered peritoneal or home hemodialysis as treatment options? Tune in and get informed.

 

Read All About It!
photo of  John J. Sim, MD Sleep Apnea and Kidney Disease
Article by John J. Sim, MD
Sleep apnea (SA) is a serious condition that is particularly important for patients with kidney disease to identify and understand. Complications include hypertension, heart attacks, strokes, and even sudden death. Just as importantly, SA affects individuals on a daily basis, causing fatigue, headaches, depression, and overall diminished executive functioning, which can lead to strains on interpersonal relationships and loss of productivity in daily endeavors.

 

A Little Bit of Dark Humor
The things we'll do for health insurance...


Kidney month (March) is right around the corner, don't forget to take advantage of all the campaigns that will abound and spread awareness so others can get the screening and/or treatment they need.
 
Sincerely,

Lori Hartwell
President and Founder
Renal Support Network 
An illness is too demanding if you don't have hope!
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