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1 in 3 American adults is at risk for kidney disease. What puts you at risk for kidney disease? Major risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, a family history of kidney failure and being age 60 or older.

Kidney disease often has no symptoms, and it can go undetected until very advanced. A simple blood or urine test can tell you if you have kidney disease. Remember, it’s important to get tested because early detection and treatment can slow or prevent the progression of kidney disease.

Attend one of the National Kidney Foundation Serving Maryland and Delaware’s Keep Healthy screenings and learn more about your kidney health!

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Community Partners

Interested in having the National Kidney Foundation Serving Maryland and Delaware participate at your event?

> Click here and submit your request.

Requests should be submitted a minimum of two months (60 days) prior to your scheduled event.

What is a Keep Healthy event?

The National Kidney Foundation Serving Maryland and Delaware’s community-based initiative to educate about the kidneys, risk factors for kidney disease, and steps to take to keep kidneys healthy and reduce risk.

What does the Keep Healthy Check-up Include?

Risk Survey
Body Mass Index (BMI): Height and Weight Measurements
Blood pressure check
Blood draw – for at risk-patients only.
Free educational materials
Opportunity to speak with a health care professional

Who’s at Increased Risk for Kidney Disease?

Anyone with high blood pressure, diabetes
Anyone with a family history of kidney failure
African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Pacific Islanders and American Indians
Anyone age 60 and older
Individuals who are obese (body mass index of 30 or above)

What should you after I attend?

When you visit your doctor, share what you’ve learned about your risk factors for kidney disease
Follow healthy lifestyle advice
If you have any questions, call our NKF Cares patient hotline toll-free at 1.855.NKF-Cares (653.2273).