January 2024 | PKD in the News
What's new in the PKD world? A collection of news posted in January, 2024.
December 2023 issue | PKD e-News
Welcome to the PKD Foundation of Canada's December e-News! We have provided information important to helping you take action in your journey with PKD.
Executive Director Announcement
Today we share the news of the resignation of our esteemed Executive Director, Jeff Robertson, effective March 1, 2024, after an incredible 15-year journey with the PKD Foundation of Canada. Jeff’s dedication to and impact on our foundation have been nothing short of extraordinary.
Ciara Morin, Toronto ON | Voices of PKD
"I always knew I wanted to have kids. Planning a family is perhaps one of the most exciting chapters of life. It's a time full of excitement, yearning, and daydreaming. It's when two people come together from different backgrounds, with different stories, to plan for a future that includes mini-versions of...
Navigating the Holidays with PKD | Kidney Nutrition
The holidays can be an exciting time filled with celebrations and food. But you may also be wondering how you can stay on track with your nutrition habits during this busy time. In this month’s blog, Emily Campbell, a registered dietitian, reviews strategies for navigating the holidays with PKD.
December 2023 | PKD in the News
What's new in the PKD world? A collection of news posted in December, 2023.
Itching for New Therapies for Chronic Kidney Disease Associated Pruritis (CKD-aP) | Webinar Video
This webinar introduces the topic of itching related to Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Karthik Tennankore discusses chronic kidney disease associated pruritis (CKD-aP), how physicians screen and evaluate for CKD-aP, and treatment options for CKD-aP, including emerging therapies.
Debbie Diebold, Kitchener ON: My Kidney Transplant Story | Voices of PKD
While not a PKD patient, Debbie has been through kidney failure, dialysis, and kidney transplant. Her heart-warming story is one that anyone with kidney disease can relate to.
Kale and Chickpea Caesar Salad | PKD Recipes
Registered Dietician Emily Campbell demonstrated this delicious and PKD-friendly Kale and Chickpea Caesar Salad recipe at our 2023 PKD Summit on November 17, 2023. Make the recipe yourself with these ingredients and instructions.
Understanding Types of Sugar and PKD | Kidney Nutrition
In this month’s blog post, Emily Campbell, a registered dietitian, writes about sugars and PKD. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, so what better way than to think about sugar sources and the connection with PKD?