March is National Kidney Month

National Kidney Month raises awareness about the prevention and early detection of kidney disease.  Risk factors for chronic kidney disease include diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.  Lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight help prevent chronic kidney disease.

LINKS:

• Division of Diabetes Treatment and Prevention
• Diabetes Standards of Care & Clinical Practice Resources
• Education Materials and Resources (Online Catalog)