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Show your support and spread awareness this National Kidney Month - join in the fight against kidney disease!
March marks the beginning of National Kidney Month, a time to raise awareness about kidney health and recognize the importance of organ donation. Celebrated every year since 2001, this month-long event was established to encourage people to take steps towards protecting their kidneys by making healthy lifestyle choices. This is also an opportunity to honor those who have donated or received a kidney transplant, as well as those waiting for one. So join us in celebrating National Kidney Month on March 1 and make your own pledge to protect your kidneys!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Successful Kidney Transplant</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first successful kidney transplant operation was performed between identical twins in Boston, essentially creating a new lifeline for people suffering from kidney disease.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dialysis Machine Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first portable and wearable artificial kidney dialysis machine was invented, a key development for individuals with chronic kidney disease.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Medicare ESRD Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>The US Congress passed legislation to create the Medicare End-stage Renal Disease (ESRD) program, providing much-needed financial assistance to individuals suffering from kidney disease.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Kidney Month Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Kidney Foundation formally recognized March as National Kidney Month to raise awareness about the importance of kidney health and screening.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advancements in Kidney Research</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several advancements were made in kidney disease research, including new understandings of genetic markers and the development of artificial kidneys.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2022</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continuing Awareness and Aid</div><div class='timeline-text'>Efforts continue to increase awareness about kidney health, improve patient outcomes, and advance critical research into kidney disease treatments and cures.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a kidney foundation</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Consider making a donation to a kidney foundation in support of research, awareness, and advocacy related to kidney disease.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear orange</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Orange is the color of National Kidney Month. Show your support by wearing orange throughout the month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take time to understand more about kidney health and diseases, and spread the word to those around you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in a walk or run</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many cities offer walks and runs to raise awareness for kidney disease. Look for one in your area or organize your own.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter of support</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a letter of support to someone with kidney disease to show them that you care and are thinking about them.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Kidney disease is on the rise</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Every year, an estimated 1 in 3 adults in the United States have kidney disease. With numbers like that, it's important to raise awareness about this serious health condition so that people can take preventive measures and get the treatment they need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Kidney disease increases risk of other illnesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>People with chronic kidney disease have a significantly increased risk of developing other conditions such as heart disease and stroke, as well as diabetes and certain types of cancer. Knowing this risks and taking steps to improve one’s health before damage is done is essential to protecting overall wellbeing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Early detection saves lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The most effective way to prevent kidney failure is through early detection. During National Kidney Month, many organizations will provide screenings, information sessions and other events aimed at increasing knowledge about kidney care. This can help people catch any potential problems early and start treatments before their condition gets worse.</p></div></div>
National Kidney Month is celebrated on March 1st every year. In 2024 National Kidney Month will occur on a Friday.
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