NEWS

Arranged from newest to oldest, here are NKFM news releases, public messages, and stories featuring the NKFM, those we have helped, and those who work here.

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Friday, November 4, 2022

If you have diabetes, you are at risk for kidney disease
Kidney quiz link

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. NKFM reminds adults to be screened for prediabetes, act to prevent type 2 diabetes.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

NKFM elects new Chairs for Board of Directors, Scientific Advisory Board
Natonal Kidney Foundation of Michigan logo

Mark Wilson, Dr. Heather Henderson now serving as NKFM Board Chairs.

Monday, September 19, 2022

Kidney Chronicle Summer 2022 – What’s happening at the NKFM
Blonde haired boy running in Trick or Feet!

The Kidney Chronicle is produced quarterly and emailed to our friends and supporters.

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

NKFM will manage $14M to reduce CKD, COVID kidney complications
The late Morris Hood with 2 Regie puppets.

NKFM will manage $14M to reduce CKD, COVID kidney complications through Morris Hood III Prevention Initiative.

Friday, August 26, 2022

Breastfeeding support group welcomes Black families

August 25 to 31 is Black Breastfeeding Week. “The best part was knowing that I wasn’t alone,” says Alicia.

Thursday, August 4, 2022

Breastfeeding support group available for Latina women
Erika Sanchez

August is National Breastfeeding Month! “I definitely recommend this group,” says Erika Sanchez.

Monday, May 23, 2022

NKFM Walk raised $305k

2022 Michigan Kidney Walk at the Detroit Zoo doubled attendance; raised over $305,000 for the NKFM.

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Meet Hélio at the M1 Concourse!
Indy Race car driver Helio Castroneves holding Indy trophy and four fingers for his 4 wins

Enjoy an evening with other auto enthusiasts as performance machines roar on the nearby speedway.