The Center is dedicated to improving kidney patients’ quality of life and reducing the occurrence of ESRD through education and by developing awareness of dialysis and kidney disease issues, improving the partnership between patients and caregivers, and developing favorable public policy solutions.
Join the DPC Education Center (@patientcitizens) for our monthly Instagram Live with Healthcare Consultant, Dr. Scantlebury! Bring your kidney questions to this Q&A session and learn valuable information about staying healthy while living with kidney disease.
The Importance of Immunizations for People with Kidney Disease
Living with kidney disease presents unique health challenges, including an increased susceptibility to infections. Immunizations play a crucial role in protecting people with kidney disease, including those on dialysis or with a kidney transplant, from preventable diseases. This article will discuss the importance of vaccines in general and those protecting against respiratory illness specifically, the risks associated with not being vaccinated, and concerns related to misinformation on vaccination decisions.
Recipe of the Month: Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
November’s recipe would make the perfect side for Thanksgiving or just a cozy dinner on a cold night - Cauliflower Mac & Cheese!
