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Alongside the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, the Global Patient Alliance for Kidney Health and Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health convened a roundtable bringing together patient advocates, clinicians and health ministers from across the globe. The message from the room was clear: The moment is now to translate accelerating global momentum for kidney…

March 12 is World Kidney Day, a time to reflect on the impact of kidney disease and take policy action. The International Society of Nephrology’s 2026 campaign for World Kidney Day is titled “Kidney Health for All – Caring for […]

March is Kidney Month—a time to recognize a vital organ that filters toxins, supports whole-body health and connects with the entire human-body system.  

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is often called a “silent” condition – and for millions of women worldwide, that silence comes at a cost. An estimated 800 million people worldwide live with some form of kidney disease, many unaware until significant damage has already occurred. Women, particularly after midlife, face unique biological and social factors that can increase risk while delaying diagnosis. 

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major global health challenge, but within it, rare kidney diseases (RKD) disproportionately affect children and young adults, often leading to kidney failure. Although the causes of RKDs are often poorly understood, new treatments are emerging, making early and accurate diagnosis more critical than ever.