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NKF Connect June 2022

WEBchronic kidney disease? Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a gradual loss of the kidneys’ filtering ability, usually due to high blood pressure or diabetes, which can lead to kidney …

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Leading Cause – Diabetes

WEBLeading Cause – Diabetes. Diabetes is the number one cause of kidney failure in Singapore, accounting for 67% of new cases. Diabetes is a condition in which the body …

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What is Kidney Transplant

WEBKidney transplant or renal transplant is the process where a kidney is surgically removed from a donor and implanted into the patient. The patient may receive a kidney from a …

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Key Statistics – The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Singapore

WEBSingapore ranks among the highest in the world for diabetes-induced kidney failure1. Singapore ranks 2nd in the world for prevalence (existing cases) of kidney failure 1. …

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What is Peritoneal Dialysis

WEBPeritoneal Dialysis (PD) is a treatment for kidney failure. A special sterile fluid is introduced into the abdomen through a permanent tube that is placed in the peritoneal cavity. The …

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Interactive Resources

WEBEven though our kidneys perform important functions in our body, we often overlook our kidney health. With some simple life hacks like exercise and dietary changes, we can …

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Eating Right for CKD Patients

WEBPre-dialysis patients may need to restrict phosphate intake in their diet when their estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) decreases and blood tests show higher phosphate. …

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What is Haemodialysis

WEBWhat is Haemodialysis? Haemodialysis is a way of cleansing the blood of toxins, extra salt and fluids through a dialysis machine. It helps maintain proper chemical balance such as …

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CKD Clinic Overview

WEBNKF’s Kidney Live Donor Support Fund covers annual health screenings and medical follow-ups; one-time reimbursement for loss of 2 months actual income of $8,500, …

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Outreach Programmes

WEBNKF’s Kidney Live Donor Support Fund covers annual health screenings and medical follow-ups; one-time reimbursement for loss of 2 months actual income of $8,500, …

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Eating Right for Dialysis Patients – The National Kidney Foundation

WEBBrown sugar, molasses, maple syrup, toffees, liquorice. High potassium salt substitute, bottled sauces, meat and vegetables extract, essence of chicken, stock cube. Tip! You …

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Health economics of kidney replacement therapy in …

WEBKidney replacement therapy in SingaporeBehram Ali Khan et al. Ann Acad Med Singap Vol 51 No 4 April 2022 annals.edu.sg 238 Table 1. Forecast of incident peritoneal dialysis …

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About Us – The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Singapore

WEBAddress: 81 Kim Keat Road Singapore 328836. Phone: 1800-KIDNEYS (5436397) Email: [email protected]. Email. Kidney MedRXweb. Support Kidney Patients. …

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Kidney Care Conference Singapore 2024 – The National Kidney …

WEBGrand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, 392 Havelock Rd, Level 4, Singapore 169663. The Kidney Care Conference 2024 (KCCS 2024) is an excellent opportunity to connect with …

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Dialysis Centre Locations

WEBNational Trades Union Congress / Singapore Pools – NKF Dialysis Centre. Address. Blk 935 Tampines Street 91 #01-333 (S)520935. Tel. (65) 6789 8534. Kwan Im Thong Hood …

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Fats – Good or Bad

WEBAlmonds, cashews and peanuts. Cooking oils made from plants or seeds like canola, olive, peanut, soybean, and sunflower oils. Examples of poly-unsaturated fat include : Fish. …

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