@ChristyMillarUK Hi Christy, I perfectly understand the feeling. Dialysis can be demanding. However, being informed is paramount to therapy efficiency and your overall quality of life. Do communicate your Ideas, Concerns and Expectations with your team and likewise request for theirs as well. BW
Black people are 5x more likely to develop chronic kidney disease, with the APOL1 gene variant playing a major role. If you’re of African/ Caribbean descent & based in the U.K. sign up to contribute to this study and get tested for the APOL1 gene variant! https://t.co/6jJkRSmniR
You may never have heard of kidney disease before, but it's an issue that could affect you.
In fact, African and Afro-Caribbean heritage communities are 5x more likely to develop #KidneyDisease
Watch this 1-min infographic video to learn more!
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