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Emergency Dialysis
Call 1-800-400-8331 Listen for the emergency prompt in the menu. Email Guest Services Please include your name, contact number and how we can help. guestservices@davita.com For Spanish-language information and resources, click here. DaVita® Guest Services is available 24/7. If you are having a medical emergency, please call 911. How to Prepare an Emergency Kit In […]
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Diet & Nutrition
Take control of your diet with DaVita tools & resources "So glad I found you! Your info and recipes have been a big help. Thank you so much!" —myDaVita user Kidney Diet & Nutrition Tips Top 15 Healthy Foods for People with Kidney Disease Featured Blog Posts The kidney diet can be challenging. Our Kidney Diet […]
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The Fluid Factor and Home Dialysis
By Kore Nielsen, RN, Clinical Service Specialist, and Beverly Garcellano, RN, BSN, CNN As a patient who dialyzes at home, you have certain benefits over those who dialyze in a center. You get to do treatments at times that work best with your schedule and you have the added benefit of drinking more fluids. But […]
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Tips for Controlling Diabetes for Dialysis Patients
Diabetes needs to be controlled when you’re on dialysis. DaVita dietitians share their tips for taking charge of this condition so you can live a better quality of life.
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Carbohydrates and the Kidney Diet
Carbohydrates are an important nutrient in the kidney diet. Discover the serving sizes and benefits of kidney-friendly carbohydrate foods.
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Fluid Control for Kidney Disease Patients on Dialysis
Fluid control is important for those suffering from kidney disease,renal failure,end stage renal disease and those on dialysis.
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Stage 4 of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) has divided chronic kidney disease into five stages to help those who have renal disease know when they are at end stage renal failure and need dialysis. This article talks about Stage 4 CKD.
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Glomerulosclerosis Information
Glomerulosclerosis is a disorder that scars the kidney’s glomeruli. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments of glomerulosclerosis at DaVita.com.
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Women’s Health Risks and Chronic Kidney Disease
There are several unique issues a woman will deal with in her health care. Learn more about the concerns that confront women with chronic kidney disease.
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What is GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate)?
The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a good way to find out a patient’s stage of kidney disease. Learn more about GFR and compare your GFR normal levels.