March 2020

Chronic Kidney Disease Basics

Kidneys that function properly are important for maintaining good health. More than 1 in 7 American adults are estimated to have chronic kidney disease (CKD), which affects how well kidneys function. The two main causes of CKD are diabetes and high blood pressure. About 1 in 3 adults with diabetes and 1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure have CKD.

It’s important to work with a health care team if you are diagnosed with CKD. Read our latest feature to learn more about the basics of CKD. Also, learn how to take care of your kidneys to help lower your risk for developing kidney failure.

For More Information: Chronic Kidney Disease Basics CDC’s Chronic Kidney Disease Initiative Chronic Kidney Disease in the United States, 2019 Diabetes and Your Kidneys Make the Connection  Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) CDC Diabetes on Facebook @CDCDiabetes on Twitter

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