Blog - PKD Foundation of Canada

National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Day 2022

Mayors Across Canada Proclaim Sept. 4th 2022 as National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Day

August 2022 PKD e-News

Welcome to the PKD Foundation of Canada's August e-News! We have provided information important to helping you take action in your journey with PKD.

Ciara Morin, Toronto ON | Voices of PKD

"My name is Ciara ("Kee-ra") and I'm a Registered Holistic Nutritionist in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with a real passion for kidney health. I was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) at 17, halfway through my final year of high school. The disease is prevalent in my family and I knew there...

Research Spotlight: Harold Aukema, Ph.D.

Harold Aukema, Ph.D., University of Manitoba (Co-Funded by PKD Foundation US)

July 2022 PKD e-News

Welcome to the PKD Foundation of Canada's July e-News! We have provided information important to helping you take action in your journey with PKD.

Mario Laureti, Gatineau QC | Voices of PKD

"Even though I dislike writing, I would like to share these results to give hope to other people with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). About 15 years ago, I had a scan because of acute appendicitis. The scan also revealed many polyps and cysts."

Clarity on Keto for PKD: Is it right for you? | Webinar Video

Keto can be amazing but isn't right for everyone. In order to further validate their observations, their kidney-safe ketogenic approach will be put to the test in an upcoming clinical trial in Toronto, led by Dr. York Pei. Jessianna Saville shares details about this trial, why it is an exciting...