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August 13, 2013
Greetings! 

TopWe have two great KidneyTalk interviews in this issue and are all set for our education meeting next month. I had a blast interviewing Celia and Chef Aaron. Check out last year's video from our Glendale meeting and see what to expect. Join us for fun, food, education and meeting new friends.
Have You Heard the Latest on KidneyTalk?
Two Fantastic Shows

If you thought you can't live very long on dialysis, you need to listen to this show. I interviewed Ms. Celia Kanter who has been on dialysis for over 36 years. She was diagnosed with kidney disease at the age of 30, due to high blood pressure, and was given only 5 years to live. She is now 73, has had the same fistula since she started, and is living an active life. This amazing lady is inspiring. Click on the image to hear her story.
Celia Kanter

The second show is an interview I did with Chef Aaron McCargo Jr., from Big Daddy's House on The Food Network. He has come up with good-tasting, kidney-friendly recipes for people on dialysis. He has some great tips too. Try one of his recipes and have what he calls "a party in your mouth." Click on the image to hear the show.
Chef Aaron McCargo

 

Learn and Connect with RSN
RSN's Educational Meeting in Glendale, CA
We're holding the next educational meeting at the Embassy Suites in Glendale, California on Sunday, Sept. 22nd. You can sign up online or download the registration form and send it in.

I will be hosting the meeting and we have some great speakers and topics lined up:

Keeping a Sense of Humor in Healthcare

Stephen Furst, Actor, Director, Producer 

Treatment Options of Today and the Future

Susan Hansen, RN

Understanding and Navigating the Coordinated Care Initiative in California

Ashley Cohen

What You Always Wanted to Ask Your Nephrologist but Were Too Shy To Ask

James Wilson, MD

   

Watch the Video from last year's Glendale meeting to know what you can expect.

 

We are reading the Annual Essay Contest entries and I am inspired by all who submitted. The winners will be announced after Labor Day. Enjoy the rest of summer. Is it flying by or is it just me?

 

Sincerely,

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