Kidney Disease

Fall Family Weekend Camp Starts Today!

Camp weekend starts today and we are beyond excited to support such an amazing program for our kidney kids. Special thanks to George Lopez for all you do for the foundation and all of our generous board members, sponsors volunteers for making it happen. Find out how you can contribute!

World Kidney Day and it's time to Dance

The Word Kidney Day organization is inviting everyone from around the globe, from all cultures and ages to get up and get moving to celebrate their kidneys. The kidneys are vital organs and we should take special care of because they are crucial to our overall health. Did you know your kidneys help:

  1. Regulate water
  2. Remove waste products and help to balance the body's minerals
  3. Produce hormones

Join the "Move Your Feet" online action and get moving!

  1. Take a picture of your feet in action
  2. Share it on your social media accounts with the hashtag #moveyourfeet4wkd
  3. Be creative, keep active and involve your friends and family!

For more information about World Kidney Day, visit their website.

George Lopez awarded President's Medal by ASN

At Kidney Week 2015, the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) presented the President's Medal to award-winning actor, comedian and philanthropist George Lopez. A kidney transplant recipient, Mr. Lopez is being recognized for his leadership in raising awareness of kidney health issues and his dedication to improving the lives of those burdened by kidney diseases, through the work of the George Lopez Foundation.

Click here to learn more about the society’s highest civilian honor at ASN Kidney Week.