Over 350,000 Arkansans have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and 315,000 of Them Do Not Even Know They Have It!
The facts are that primarily only those in the late stages of CKD are diagnosed. Early detection of any health condition is key to promoting better outcomes. Most people do not have symptoms in early CKD, so you need to rely on lab results. Your Kidney Number is determined by your eGFR rate (estimated Glomerular Filtration rate) which tells you how well your kidney is working. The good news is that making a few lifestyle changes can help improve or slow CKD. Through education you can empower yourself with the knowledge to make these lifestyle changes.