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Take action on World Kidney Day - join the fight to raise awareness and promote kidney health!
It's time to recognize the importance of healthy kidneys and raise awareness about kidney disease on World Kidney Day, March 10. This day has been celebrated since 2006, when it was established by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations. Every year, this special day is dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and educating people about how to take care of their kidneys. It's also an opportunity to honor those who have suffered from kidney diseases and celebrate advances in treatment options.
<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'>World Kidney Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations establish World Kidney Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Campaign Theme</div><div class='timeline-text'>The theme for the second World Kidney Day focuses on "Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Hypertension."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Active Community Initiatives</div><div class='timeline-text'>Various community initiatives start to take place worldwide, including free screenings and educational sessions on kidney health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Over 150 countries now celebrate World Kidney Day, a significant expansion since its inception.</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'>Focus on Women's Kidney Health</div><div class='timeline-text'>The theme for this year is "Kidneys & Women's Health: Include, Value, Empower," highlighting the importance of women's kidney health.</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'>Kidney Health for All</div><div class='timeline-text'>The most recent theme is "Kidney Health for All" to increase awareness of kidney health and reduce disparities.</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 organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look online or in your local area to see if there are any kidney organizations or charities that accept donations. Donating to these organizations helps fund research, treatments, and provide access to care for those in need.</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'>Educate yourself on kidney health</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about the importance of kidney health. Research the different risk factors, understand the symptoms of kidney disease, and find out what steps you can take to improve your own kidney health.</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'>Organize a fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organizing a fundraiser is a great way to raise awareness and money for kidney diseases and disorders. Consider hosting an event like a car wash, bake sale, or marathon to raise money for a local charity.</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'>Volunteer at a kidney center</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to volunteer at your local dialysis center or hospital. You will have an opportunity to interact with kidney patients and learn about the latest treatments and advancements in the field.</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'>Spread awareness on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to spread awareness about World Kidney Day. Share stories of hope, post informative articles and videos, and tag your friends so they can join in too.</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'>It brings attention to a neglected area of health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Kidney Day helps bring much needed awareness to the importance of kidney health. Many diseases that affect the kidneys, such as chronic kidney disease and diabetes, are often overlooked or under-treated in developing countries due to lack of resources.</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'>It promotes early detection and treatment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Kidney Day encourages people to get checked for potential risk factors related to kidney disease, such as high blood pressure or diabetes. When diagnosed and treated early on, many of these conditions can be managed relatively easily and prevent more serious complications down the line.</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'>It raises funds for research & education</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Kidney Day is an international event that helps raise much needed funds for research into treatments and cures for kidney related conditions. It also helps provide educational materials about healthy lifestyles so that people can better take care of themselves and prevent future health problems.</p></div></div>
World Kidney Day is celebrated on March 10th every year. In 2024, World Kidney Day will occur on a Sunday.
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