The number of Americans with end-stage kidney disease more than doubled between 2000 and 2019. Poorly controlled diabetes and high blood pressure are driving the increase. Hypertension control rates have recently fallen to 44% while the benchmark for the best medical care
Only 10% of Americans with chronic kidney disease even know they have it. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, ask your doctor about being tested.
Only 10% of Americans with chronic kidney disease even know they have it. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, ask your doctor about being tested.
Aren't those conditions preventable - at least to a degree - by following a healthy diet, exercising, no smoking, and minimal drinking?
Yes. The lifestyle piece is very important but the medications are equally beneficial