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KDIGO ADPKD Guideline | Webinar Video

Canadian nephrologist, Dr. Matt Lanktree, and PKD Foundation of Canada board member, Henry Osei-Agyekum, discuss the 2025 KDIGO ADPKD Guideline, and its importance for ADPKD patients and healthcare providers.

Urine Tests to Monitor with PKD | Kidney Health

Understanding your urine test results can help you feel more confident about what’s happening in your body. These results can also help guide changes to your diet. In this month’s blog post, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Emily Campbell explains common urine tests for people living with PKD (polycystic...

World Kidney Day 2025

This World Kidney Day, our message is clear: You’re not defined by PKD. You're defined by the amazing human being you are - the person who laughs, cries, loves, dreams, and perseveres. You’re defined by your courage, your kindness, and your relentless pursuit of hope. We see you fighting, we...

Medical Trauma & PKD | Webinar Video

In this webinar presented by therapist Joy Pekar, we explored the impact of medical trauma that can arise following serious medical events or medical procedures, on individuals living with chronic illness, such as PKD, and their caregivers.

Foods to Choose for PKD | Kidney Nutrition

Are you tired of only hearing about foods you can't eat with PKD? This month, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Emily Campbell shares a different approach. Learn about foods you can choose to help your kidneys at any stage of PKD. These healthy choices can improve your diet and...

February 2025 Issue | PKD e-News

This month we have information on the launch of My PKD, our upcoming webinar on medical trauma & PKD, Rare Disease Day, and more!

My PKD

The PKD Foundation of Canada is thrilled to introduce My PKD, a new private online community designed for individuals and families affected by polycystic kidney disease (PKD). We understand the importance of connection and the power of having trusted resources and information at your fingertips. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, exploring...

PKD Management Strategies | Kidney Nutrition

Learn how tracking foods and key nutrients can support your kidney health and improve your daily routine. This easy guide to kidney-friendly meal planning offers expert tips to help you make informed food choices. Read now for simple, actionable ways to take control of your PKD nutrition!

January 2025 Issue | PKD e-News

This month we have a kidney-friendly salad in a jar recipe, Phouv's PKD story, upcoming virtual tour of our new online PKD platform, and more!

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