All kidney health resources and material produced by our health team - our brochures, fact sheets, publications, booklets, advertorials etc - are evidence-based and referenced thoroughly by our health and medical team. Our resources and website health information offers precise, up to date information on a wide range of kidney related conditions and treatments.
Important points to note:
- For Patients - Recommended Weblinks - are professionally checked evidence-based sites focussing on kidney health problems and various other related issues
- Need kidney health resources in a language other than English? Use the Inventory of IFKF Member Resources to find contact info for global kidney foundations who offer resources and local information for travel, local treatment possibilities, etc
- Also refer to our 'Multicultural Kidney Health Education Resources'
- Australian consumers may order our fact sheets and publications - use our Resource Order Form
- Overseas Fact Sheet orders will not be distributed, as most resources may be downloaded
- Get involved, evaluate our resources, programs and website and be heard! Fact Sheet Evaluation Form
- To ensure this website is an informative quality resource for all involved in the management of kidney problems - send your comments to health@kidney.org.au they are valued!
Disclaimer: Information provided in our brochures, fact sheets and publications is a general introduction to a topic and not meant to replace medical advice. All care is taken to ensure the information is relevant to each Australian state. Kidney Health Australia recognises that personal experiences vary. Differences occur in treatment and management according to a person's situation, the health professional and the state you live in. If you want further medical information always consult your doctor or health professional. To view .pdf files you need Adobe Reader software. Ensure popup blockers are disabled.
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Kidney Health Australia health staff liaise with the Renal Resource Centre - a community health service of Northern Sydney Central Coast Health NSW - which provides kidney education materials and the following services:
- Resource development on kidney disease and treatment
- Telephone counselling, information and referral
- Resource library
- Patient education seminars
- Support groups
- Liaison with key stakeholders to improve services
- Research into the psychosocial aspects of renal disease
National Renal Resource Centre
Sydney Dialysis Centre, 37 Darling Point Road, Darling Point NSW 2027
renalresource@nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au or tollfree 1800 257 189 |