Renal Support Network

Embracing Creativity: Spotlight on Kidney Warriors' Coping Strategies

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Friday, September 29, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Renal Support Network (RSN) is thrilled to unveil the talented winners of the 21st annual essay contest. The theme this year was "How do you use your creativity to help cope with kidney disease?" This inspiring competition encouraged individuals living with kidney disease to share their experiences and insights on how creativity has been a vital tool in their coping journey. The contest is open to anyone in the United States who has been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease.

Key Points: 
  • This inspiring competition encouraged individuals living with kidney disease to share their experiences and insights on how creativity has been a vital tool in their coping journey.
  • The contest is open to anyone in the United States who has been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease.
  • The array of heartfelt and imaginative entries from kidney disease warriors across the country demonstrates how creativity can be an effective and a joyful coping strategy.
  • Hartwell suffered kidney failure at the age of two, survived 50+ surgeries and 13 years of dialysis, and is now living with her fourth kidney transplant.

RSN's 30th Annual Kidney Disease Education and Lifestyle Meeting

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) will host its 30th Annual Kidney Disease Education and Lifestyle Meeting from October 18th-22nd, 2023. After the notable success of the last three virtual meetings, this year's will also be online to expand access to people across the US who have kidney disease and those who care for them.

Key Points: 
  • GLENDALE, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) will host its 30th Annual Kidney Disease Education and Lifestyle Meeting from October 18th-22nd, 2023.
  • Says, Lori Hartwell, RSN Founder and President
    For three decades, RSN has hosted its Annual Patient Education Meeting for people living with kidney disease and their families, as well as healthcare professionals and people who want to learn more about kidney disease.
  • Each day will focus on a specific stage or aspect of chronic kidney disease (CKD), including diagnosis, dialysis, kidney transplant and daily lifestyle issues.
  • **Peer Support:** Connect with others living with kidney disease in a dedicated Kidney Disease Support Group to share experiences and offer mutual support.

Gilead Sciences and Meharry Medical College Highlight Five-Year Impact of Gilead COMPASS Initiative® on HIV in the Southern United States

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Friday, August 18, 2023

It details the impact of the Gilead COMPASS Initiative® – the company’s 10-year, more than $100 million collaborative initiative that seeks to eradicate underlying serious and systemic challenges that contribute to the HIV epidemic in the Southern United States.

Key Points: 
  • It details the impact of the Gilead COMPASS Initiative® – the company’s 10-year, more than $100 million collaborative initiative that seeks to eradicate underlying serious and systemic challenges that contribute to the HIV epidemic in the Southern United States.
  • The supplemental issue, The Gilead COMPASS Initiative®: Navigating HIV in the Southern U.S. by Building Capacity & Bridging Communities , features 16 articles by COMPASS grantees across the U.S. South.
  • Home to slightly more than one-third of the population, the Southern states accounted for 51% of new HIV diagnoses in 2020.
  • Large-Scale HIV Initiative – ETR Associates
    Operationalizing Equity-centered Implementation Through Person-centered Care Capacity-building with HIV Service Organizations: The SUSTAIN Approach – Eastern Connecticut State University

Renal Support Network Announces Online Support Group Masterclass

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Monday, July 31, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) announces the launch of RSN's Support Group Masterclass, an 8-session online course offered at no charge. Each session provides action steps and equips people with the skills necessary to host their own support group meeting. This training has a focus on kidney disease, but it can be used for any disease state support group.

Key Points: 
  • GLENDALE, Calif., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) announces the launch of RSN's Support Group Masterclass, an 8-session online course offered at no charge.
  • Each session provides action steps and equips people with the skills necessary to host their own support group meeting.
  • This training has a focus on kidney disease, but it can be used for any disease state support group.
  • When she offered an opportunity for the members to meet one another at the first in-person monthly support group, it was an immediate success.

Embracing Independence Living with Chronic Kidney Disease

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a video demonstration, the Renal Support Network showcases a day in the life of kidney warrior, Rachel Cluthe of Houston, TX as she does her own hemodialysis treatment at home.

Key Points: 
  • By bringing the dialysis experience home, individuals can enjoy more freedom and independence while still receiving the necessary medical care.
  • RSN's hopeful and life-enriching programs help people, and their families deal with kidney disease, whether they are in the early stages of the disease, on dialysis, or have had a transplant.
  • RSN is a tireless advocate for people who have kidney disease to have quality, choice and access to care.
  • To this day, Hartwell continues to serve as president of RSN, the leading organization in engaging people who have kidney disease through its vast reach and prolific library of documented patient experiences.

Warm Hands, Hopeful Hearts Project Aims for a Close-Knit Community

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Monday, June 12, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) is excited announce Warm Hands, Hopeful Hearts, a new community building program bringing people together to help those who have kidney disease and are on dialysis.

Key Points: 
  • RSN's Warm Hands, Hopeful Hearts project is all about engaging with the community by making a gift for someone on dialysis.
  • The fingerless gloves will allow them to be on their smart phone or tablet and keep their hands covered and warm.
  • RSN is calling on all crafters in the kidney community and the general public across the country to get involved.
  • Hopeful Hearts their company team building, or charitable project.

The Renal Support Network: 30 years of caring and sharing

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) wants to congratulate RSN Founder and President Lori Hartwell for leading the non-profit for 30 years. She is featured on the cover of KidneyTalk® magazine, which has a reach of 45,000 readers.

Key Points: 
  • GLENDALE, Calif., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) wants to congratulate RSN Founder and President Lori Hartwell for leading the non-profit for 30 years.
  • Hartwell understands her peers needs because she herself has been through the many stages of the disease.
  • She suffered kidney failure at the age of 2, survived 50-plus surgeries and was on dialysis for 13 years.
  • "There is very little support available for people who are in the late stages of CKD, dialysis or have a kidney transplant," Hartwell says.

Who Will Be the Next Winner of RSN's 21st Annual Essay Contest?

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

GLENDALE, Calif., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) is pleased to announce the theme of its 21st annual essay contest. This year, it's all about creativity, and writers are asked to address the following question: "How do you use your creativity to help cope with kidney disease?" The contest is open to all people in the United States who have been diagnosed with kidney disease, have had a kidney transplant, or are on dialysis.

Key Points: 
  • GLENDALE, Calif., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) is pleased to announce the theme of its 21st annual essay contest.
  • The contest is open to all people in the United States who have been diagnosed with kidney disease, have had a kidney transplant, or are on dialysis.
  • The contest gives those who live with chronic kidney disease (CKD) the opportunity to tell their story.
  • To learn more about the contest rules and how to submit your essay, and download a flyer to share https://www.rsnhope.org/essay-contest .

"Take a Deep Breath and Begin Again." Fresenius Kidney Care Patients Recognized by Major Industry Non-Profit for Their Words of Wisdom

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "My body is drained. I close my eyes. I say a soft prayer. I'm thankful for another day." 

Key Points: 
  • Those words, from Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC)patient John Unger, go straight to the heart of his dialysis experience.
  • Care teams work to address the physical and emotional aspects of kidney disease through personalized care, education, and lifestyle support services.
  • FKC and Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) are long-time partners of RSN and sponsors of the annual essay contest.
  • Even if you don't have kidney disease, you can benefit from their words of wisdom."

RSN's 29th Annual Virtual Patient Education & Lifestyle Meeting

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

GLENDALE, Calif., October 06, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) will host its 29th Annual Patient Education and Lifestyle Meeting October 18–22, 2022. For almost three decades, RSN has hosted this educational event for people living with kidney disease as well as those who help care for them who want to learn more about navigating care. After the notable success of the virtual meetings, RSN will continue this five-day virtual event.

Key Points: 
  • GLENDALE, Calif., October 06, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renal Support Network (RSN) will host its 29th Annual Patient Education and Lifestyle Meeting October 1822, 2022.
  • After the notable success of the virtual meetings, RSN will continue this five-day virtual event.
  • Each day, the focus will be on a specific stage or aspect of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
  • A special day for youth who have kidney disease will feature a youth workshop and a youth patient experience panel.