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MedlinePlus® : Kidney Diseases
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| | The latest news, research and information on prevention, treatment, advocacy, statistics, treatment centers directories and disease management from the National Library of Medicine. Also see the related pages listed in the left-hand column. |
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National Kidney Foundation of the Alleghenies
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| | The is the Pittsburgh chapter of the National Kidney Foundation, where you can find information about kidney diseases and treatments, along with research updates and local fundraising events. |
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American Association of Kidney Patients
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| | Learn more about kidney diseases, dialysis, and transplantation for adults as well as children from this national non-profit organization founded by kidney patients. |
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National Kidney Foundation
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| | "The National Kidney Foundation, Inc., a major voluntary health organization, seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation." Their site offers information |
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National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC)
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| | NKUDIC is part of the National Institutes of Health, and "was established in 1987 to increase knowledge and understanding about diseases of the kidneys and urologic system among people with these conditions and their families, health care professionals, and the general public." Find information about specific conditions along with research updates and links to other helpful sites. |
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UrologyHealth.org
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| | Find out more about specific diseases, use the "Find a Urologist" feature, or use the online glossary at this site from the American Urological Association. Information for adult and pediatric patients is included. |
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