As the weather heats up, staying hydrated is top-of-mind for everyone - especially PKD patients! In this blog we've collected all of our kidney-friendly beverage recipes and hydration tips for PKD. Here's to summer!
Welcome to the June e-News from the PKD Foundation of Canada! This month we have information on choosing kidney-healthy foods when eating out, reflections on mental health and PKD, upcoming PKD events, and more!
The PKD Foundation of Canada is now partnering with the Kidney Foundation of Canada to provide monthly peer support meetings especially for PKD patients, caregivers and living organ donors. Sign up today!
Seeking out peer support - whether one-on-one or in a group setting - can offer numerous benefits for people with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Learn how peer support can help you, and where you can find it.
Have you been a caregiver to a patient with kidney transplant loss? McGill University Health Centre is doing research into the experience of those who have supported a loved one who experienced the loss of a kidney transplant.
"My name is Clayton Rafuse, and I first shared my story with the PKD community in August 2021. My father Pete had PKD, and passed away in March of 2020."
This time of year is filled with celebrations, which often include food. You may be wondering how to manage your PKD and still attend these events. In this month’s blog, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Emily Campbell will review some things to consider, and foods you can include in...
Help us win $10,000 in the #GivingChallengeCA and make a difference in our community! Your donation in June can make it happen. Donate now!
Do you ever feel overwhelmed or find it difficult to cope with life with PKD? With chronic illnesses, like ARPKD and ADPKD, mental health is an important factor in your overall care plan. Check out this article from PKD Life describing what is typical for patients and caregivers - and...
Eric Hampel was recently featured in a news article about his upcoming attempt to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro to raise awareness and funds for PKD. His mother and aunt were also recently in the news, when they shared their heartwarming kidney transplant stories.