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World Kidney Day is March
11th (03/08/10) Rates of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the United States have increased by more than 20 percent over the last decade, causing loss of life and sky-rocketing health care costs, according to a report released by the U.S. Renal Data System (USRDS). CKD now affects more than 26 million adult Americans. Find out if you are at risk, test your kidney IQ and learn 10 ways to keep kidneys healthy. Take Action—Take part in World Kidney Day local events, including “KEEP,” Kidney Early Evaluation Program, which offers free kidney health screenings around the country. |
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Over the Counter Drugs are Safe . . . When Used
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Play It Safe with Medications Doctors are trained to read charts, x-rays, and symptoms, not minds. So, it is up to you to give them all the information they need to treat you properly. |
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Find resources on
working with your health care team to play it safe with medications,
make health care safer and reduce medical errors. |
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Improper Use of Antibiotics Antibiotics are miracle drugs that fight infections caused by bacteria, but the bacteria that antibiotics controls have developed resistance to these drugs. |
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Patient Safety Doctors and hospitals are working hard to give you the best care. However, since communication is a key to preventing medical errors, you have to do your part. |
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