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Focus on the Kidneys During National Kidney Month in March
March is National Kidney Month and the NKF is urging all Americans to give their kidneys a second thought and a well-deserved checkup.Kidneys filter 200 liters of blood a day, help regulate blood pressure and direct red blood cell production. But they are also prone to disease; 1 in 3 Americans is at risk for kidney disease due to diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of kidney disease. There are more than 26 million Americans who already have kidney disease, and most don’t know it because there are often no symptoms until the disease has progressed.
During National Kidney Month in March, and in honor of World Kidney Day on March 14, the NKF offers the following health activities to promote awareness of kidneys, risk factors and kidney disease:
- Free Screenings: On World Kidney Day and throughout the Month of March, NKF is offering free screenings to those most at risk for kidney disease – anyone with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of kidney disease. Locations and information can be found on the calendar on our website.
- ‘Are You at Risk’ Kidney Quiz: Early detection can make a difference in preventing kidney disease so it’s important to know if you’re at risk. Take the online kidney quiz!
- Live Twitter Chat with Dr. Joseph Vassalotti: The National Kidney Foundation’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joseph Vassalotti, will be hosting an interactive kidney Q&A on World Kidney Day,Thursday, March 14, from 12-2 pm ET. Ask your questions at www.twitter.com/nkf using the hash-tag #WorldKidneyDayNKF
- Ask the Dietitian: Dietitian Melissa Altman-Traub, MS, RD, CSR, LDN, will be answering questions all month about diet and what to eat to keep your kidneys healthy. Ask your questions today.
About The Kidneys:
The kidneys are two, fist-sized organs in your lower back. They maintain overall health through the following functions:
- Filtering waste out of 200 liters of blood each day.
- Regulating of the body's salt, potassium and acid content.
- Removing of drugs from the body.
- Balancing the body's fluids.
- Releasing hormones that regulate blood pressure.
- Producing an active form of vitamin D that promotes strong, healthy bones.
- Controlling the production of red blood cells.
Quick Facts on Kidney Disease:
- Kidney disease is the 9th leading cause of death in the country.
- More than 26 million Americans have kidney disease, and most don’t know it.
- There are over 95,000 people waiting for kidney transplants.
- More than 590,000 people have kidney failure in the US today.
Secrets You Shouldn't Keep From Your Doctor
Being transparent with your doctor for him to be able to treat you in the best possible manner is absolutely the apt thing to do.
Read through the article to know some crucial aspects that shouldn’t be concealed from your doctor.
1. Excessive bad habits
It is important for you to share with your doctor facts about your smoking , drinking or drug taking habits. Realistically, he would be unable to treat you accurately if you haven’t shared grim details about it with him.
2. Past surgeries
Informing your current doctor about surgeries that have been performed on you in the past is of utmost importance. Only after being equipped with all such information can he take the necessary decisions about further treatment about the ailment you are suffering from.3. Eating habits
If you are the person who doesn’t eat healthy or avoids eating in order to stay away from those extra pounds, it is important for you to give this piece of information to your doctor. Many a times, the disease you are suffering from might be stemming from your eating habits.
4. Depression
Most times, when a person feels stressed or depressed he or she tries to avoid the feeling and keep it with him or herself. However, it is important to note that depression might be a root cause of many health issues and hence must be told about to your doctor immediately.5. Medication
One of the most crucial points that you must share with the doctor who is treating you are the medicines that you have or have not been regularly consuming. It is extremely fundamental for your doctor to know the names, since it will determine the course of your treatment.
6. Allergies
Some of you might be allergic to certain medicines, food or elements in the atmosphere. It is critical that you inform your doctor about any allergies, before he prescribes any medicine or treatment to you, in order to avoid any complications further on.7. Blood in the stool
Very often you tend to either not talk about your stool or neglect any blood that you have spotted in the pot. It is, however necessary to tell your doctor if you observe blood since it could indicate colorectal cancer, which is curable in the early stages.Being open about issues that you might be suffering from, can save you from graver health ailments in the future. Don’t be afraid, it is always best to convey truthful information to your doctor.
FEMEN Topless Protest Photos At The 42nd Annual Meeting Of The World Economic Forum In Davos
Here are FEMEN female protesters topless and showing off their boobies in Davos, Switzerland while protesting outside a conference for the World Economic Forum (WEF). The World Economic Forum annual meeting in the Swiss resort of Davos saw
the activists from the Ukrainian feminist nudity group FEMEN clash with
Swiss police during a protest on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012. In the photos
below the topless Ukrainian protesters are seen demonstrating at the
entrance to the conference center. The activists are feminists from the group FEMEN,
which has have become popular in Ukraine for staging small, half-naked
protests against a range of issues including oppression of political
opposition and economic inequality. Anyway, I knew Davos was cold this
time of the year but not this cold. Just look at those nipples, these
girls are absolutely freezing. LOL... Below get the download links for this set with the full size images.
the activists from the Ukrainian feminist nudity group FEMEN clash with
Swiss police during a protest on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012. In the photos
below the topless Ukrainian protesters are seen demonstrating at the
entrance to the conference center. The activists are feminists from the group FEMEN,
which has have become popular in Ukraine for staging small, half-naked
protests against a range of issues including oppression of political
opposition and economic inequality. Anyway, I knew Davos was cold this
time of the year but not this cold. Just look at those nipples, these
girls are absolutely freezing. LOL... Below get the download links for this set with the full size images.
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