NKF Launches “End the Wait” Initiative

There is an urgent need to increase the number of organs available for transplantation in the United States. To address this complex problem, the Board of Directors of the National Kidney Foundation has launched a comprehensive action plan to increase the number of transplants for kidney patients.

The End the Wait! initiative is a roadmap to implementing tested and proven strategies that will effectively end the wait for kidney transplants in 10 years.

Working in collaboration with other organizations, government agencies and individuals, NKF’s recommendations will eliminate barriers, institute best practices across the nation, improve the transplant system, cover the cost of donating an organ, reduce regional and ethnic disparities and increase living and deceased donation throughout the United States.

To learn more about this exciting initiative and for a full list of recommendations click here.

The Kidney Kitchen is Here!

Most people with kidney disease must follow a special diet, and understanding how nutrition can affect your health is critical. This is why the NKF is pleased to introduce the Kidney Kitchen.

Kidney patients often need to modify their intake of certain nutrients such as protein, potassium, sodium, phosphorous and fluid. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice good taste. Check out our delicious, “kidney friendly” recipes and sample meal plan. You’ll find a variety of flavorful recipes sure to satisfy your taste buds. So get out that apron and start cooking good tasting meals that are good for you!!! Go to the Kitchen