Disease and Prevention
More than a million adults in Michigan have chronic kidney disease. . . and most of them don’t even know it. 64% kidney failure in the US is caused by diabetes or hypertension. With early detection we can prevent or slow its progression. Let the NKFM help.
Kidney Disease
37 million Americans over the age of 20 have chronic kidney disease, also known as CKD.
Kidney Disease Disparities
Learn how kidney disease affects different populations.
Medical Information
From kidney stones to organ transplantation, the NKFM is here to help.
Meet Angie Ellis
Fourteen years ago, Inkster resident Angie Ellis was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Angie had been prediabetic for years and lost a brother to diabetes. Following her diagnosis, Angie experienced mood swings, changes in appetite, and weight fluctuation. “I was really upset,” she explains. “It took me awhile to adjust and I’m still adjusting.”
Staying Healthy
Keep yourself, and your kidneys, healthy.
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Physical Activity
Learn how physical activity can keep you healthy and find a program that might help.
Nutrition
Learn nutrition tips and find a NKFM program that helps with making healthy choices.
Covid-19
Covid-19 can have a direct impact on the health of your kidneys. Find out more and learn how the vaccine can help.
Flu & Flu Vaccine
Learn about the flue vaccine and best practices for preventing the flu.
Kidney Disease Prevention and Risk Factors
Find out if you’re at risk – and what you can do about it. Click the cards below to learn more about a specific topic.
High Blood Pressure
Uncontrolled high blood pressure can often lead to kidney disease.
Do you have questions about kidney disease and would like to talk to someone?
We can help. Call the NKFM at 800-482-1455 or email patientservices@nkfm.org. If you're looking for support from someone who is going through kidney disease too, read more on the Peer Mentoring Program or contact your social worker and ask to be connected to a Peer Mentor.
