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Patient Partner Experiences | Webinar Video

Watch this inspiring 1-hour roundtable featuring the voices of four diverse PKD patients who have stepped up as patient partners - using their lived experiences to influence research, improve care, and advocate for meaningful change across Canada.

Smart Strategies for Eating Out with PKD

Craving a break from cooking? Eating out can be tricky when you have polycystic kidney disease (PKD), but it doesn’t have to be, and you can still stay on track. In this month’s blog, registered dietician and certified diabetes educator Emily Campbell shares smart strategies to help you navigate restaurant...

Maria Parrella-Ilaria, Sault Ste. Marie ON | Voices of PKD

"My name is Maria, and I am a visual artist and former art therapist/arts educator, currently living in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, with my husband—author and musician Mark—and our two bossy felines. These days, I’d describe myself as persistent, determined, stubborn, and grateful."

July 2025 Issue | PKD e-News

This month we have information on staying hydrated this summer, how to get involved with the 2025 Walk to END PKD, patient stories from Kim and Courtney, and more!

Courtney Gibson, ON | Patient Story

"Hi, my name is Courtney Gibson. I’m 28 years old, and this is the story of how a complete stranger gave me a second chance at life. When I was born, doctors told my parents I would never walk, talk, or sit up on my own - and that I likely...

Kim Holowatiuk, AB | Voices of PKD

"Living with Stage 5 polycystic kidney disease (PKD), I’ve experienced a huge loss of muscle mass, balance, and strength. The fatigue alone has been incredibly discouraging. I used to be very active—even an athlete—so feeling so limited now has been frustrating and disheartening."

Hydration and PKD: What You Need to Know | Kidney Nutrition

If you have polycystic kidney disease (PKD), you may have been told to drink more water and eat less salt. But why does this matter? Can you drink too much? And what should you be drinking? In this month’s blog, registered dietician and certified diabetes educator Emily Campbell breaks it...

PKD Awareness Day 2025

Let's get lit up for PKD Awareness Day 2025. Here you'll find information about landmark lightings, flag-raisings and how to get involved!

June 2025 Issue | PKD e-News

In this issue: Smart food tips for PKD, Walk to END PKD updates, a powerful patient partner event, and more ways to get involved!

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