Dialysis Patient Citizens

04/10/2026

📅 Mark Your Calendar!
We’re going LIVE on April 15 on the DPC page for a special conversation with Dr. Scantlebury! 💬🩺
Bring your questions and join us as she shares expert insights on kidney health and care. This is your chance to learn directly from a specialist and get the answers you’ve been looking for.
Don’t miss out—set a reminder and be part of the conversation!

04/09/2026

April marks National Minority Health Month—a time to reflect, learn, and take meaningful steps toward health equity.
At DPC, we’re committed to uplifting diverse voices in the kidney community and advocating for fair access to quality care for all patients. 💬💙 Because everyone deserves the chance to live well, no matter their background.
It’s also an opportunity to explore the deeper reasons behind disparities in kidney disease—especially within African American communities—and better understand the factors contributing to these outcomes. 🧠
Want to learn more? This article takes a closer look at the historical and genetic influences that may help explain these inequities:
🔗 https://www.statnews.com/2024/12/17/black-americans-sodium-kidney-disease-genetics-slave-trade-amkd/

04/08/2026

New research highlights an important shift for people living with ESKD—while income often drops before transplant, it can begin to rise again afterward. 💬

But recovery isn’t the same for everyone, and many still face challenges returning to work.

👉 What has your experience been? Join the conversation and share your story.

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Annual employment income increased for Canadian adults with end-stage kidney disease after they received a kidney transplant, according to study data published in JAMA Network Open. Research shows kidney transplantation is associated with improved survival and quality of life for patients with ESKD,...

04/06/2026

Your voice matters now more than ever.
Read this powerful letter to the editor from Board Member Adrian Miller on why protecting dialysis coverage is critical for patients and families across the country. Then take action to help ensure access to the care people rely on every day.
🔗 Read and get involved: https://www.dialysispatients.org/news/letter-protect-dialysis-coverage/

04/03/2026

Thank you, Representative Crane, for visiting a local DaVita clinic and taking the time to learn about the services they provide to patients in their care. Visits like yours help shine a light on the needs of the kidney community and support continued progress. 💙

04/02/2026

Living Donor Day, celebrated during National Donate Life Month, honors the incredible individuals who give the gift of life through living organ and tissue donation. Their generosity saves lives, restores health, and inspires hope every day. 💚
Join us in celebrating these heroes by sharing your thanks or recognizing a living donor in the comments.
https://www.organdonor.gov/learn/organ-donation-statistics

04/01/2026

Thank you, Representative Gottheimer, for visiting a local dialysis clinic and standing with the kidney community. We’re grateful for your time and commitment to meeting with patients and the providers who work every day to keep our communities healthy. 💙

04/01/2026

📅 Happening this afternoon! In honor of National Donate Life Month this April, join us for our next roundtable discussion.
This conversation will feature guest speakers Colleen Brand, Volunteer Coordinator in Public Affairs, and Talia Giordano, Director of Family Services at Howie’s House—both from Gift of Life.
They’ll share how Gift of Life works within communities to educate the public about organ and tissue donation, increase donor designation rates, and provide meaningful programs that support the transplant community.
🔗 Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84471986699

03/31/2026

New month, new chances to learn! 🌟We’ve got exciting events lined up featuring kidney care experts sharing insights you won’t want to miss throughout April.
Will you be tuning in live? 👀 Tell us which event you’re joining! Miss a session? No worries! Catch up anytime on our website and YouTube channel.
👉 https://www.dpcedcenter.org/news-events/events/

03/31/2026

March is coming to a close, but there’s still time to celebrate National Nutrition Month! 🌿 Keep your goals on track with kidney-friendly dishes that are as nourishing as they are delicious. From smart sides to lighter desserts, the DPC Education Center’s recipe collection makes healthy eating simple and satisfying. 🥗🍠🥧
👉 Explore recipes here: https://www.dpcedcenter.org/news-events/news/category/staying-healthy/nutrition/recipes/recipe-of-the-month/

03/27/2026

📅 Save the date! In honor of National Donate Life Month this April, we’re hosting our next roundtable discussion: “Perspectives on the Gift of Life.”
This conversation will feature guest speakers Colleen Brand, Volunteer Coordinator in Public Affairs, and Talia Giordano, Director of Family Services at Howie’s House—both from Gift of Life.
They’ll share how Gift of Life works in communities to educate the public about organ and tissue donation, increase donor designation rates, and provide supportive programs and services that help educate and support the transplant community.
Stay tuned for more details and the Zoom link. We hope you’ll join the conversation! 💙

03/26/2026

Access to affordable kidney care shouldn’t depend on where you live.

Expanding access to Medigap coverage could help dialysis patients afford costs Medicare doesn’t cover and protect people living with kidney failure from high out-of-pocket expenses.

📖 Learn why Medigap access matters for the kidney community: https://www.dialysispatients.org/news/ut-lawmakers-expanding-access-to-medigap-plans-is-crucial/

Share to help raise awareness and support better access to kidney care. 💙