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Health Fact Sheets

We are proud to introduce our Kidney Health Fact Sheets for your information

See links to download any of our KHA Fact Sheets at the bottom of this page!

All of our kidney health education resources, publications and materials are 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 and up to date information on a wide range of kidney related conditions and treatments.

Important points to note:

  • For Patients - Recommended Weblinks - professionally checked evidence-based websites focussing on kidney health problems and related issues.  
  • Need kidney health resources in a language other than English? Use the Inventory of IFKF Member Resources to find contact details for many global kidney foundations who offer resources and local information on travel, local treatment possibilities, etc.
  • Also refer to our Multicultural Kidney Health Education Resources for resources in other languages. 
  • 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 online.
  • Get involved, evaluate our resources, programs and website and be heard! Resource Evaluation Form.
  • To ensure this website is an informative quality resource for all involved in the management of kidney problems - send any comments to health@kidney.org.au as they are highly valued!

National Renal Resource Centre  Kidney Health Australia health staff work closely with this community health service which is part of the Northern Sydney Central Coast Health, NSW - which provides high quality kidney education materials and the following services:

Kidney

  • 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

Updated 23 August 2010

Disclaimer: This is intended as a general introduction to this topic and is not meant to substitute for your doctor's or health professional's advice. All care is taken to ensure the information is relevant and applicable to each Australian state. It should be noted Kidney Health Australia recognises each person's experience is individual and variations do occur in treatment and management due to personal circumstances. Should you require further info always consult your doctor or health professional. To view pdf files you need Adobe Reader software. Ensure popup blockers are disabled.

Kidney Health Information Service (KHIS line)  
For the hearing impaired, use TTY/Voice 133 677 | Speak & Listen (SSR) 1300 555 727


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Kidney Health Fact Sheets
 TitleDescriptionModified Date
Blood in the urineInformation on causes and tests for blood in the urine 09/03/2006
Calcium and phosphateInformation on maintaining the calcium and phosphate balance with kidney disease 17/04/2007
eGFR estimated Glomerular Filtration RateeGFR is your estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate - a measure of your kidney function - a number you should know and understand 11/03/2010
Finding problems before your baby is bornInformation on kidney and urinary tract problems in unborn babies 21/08/2008
Kidney and Urinary Fast FactsLatest facts and statistics on chronic kidney and urinary tract disease and treatment in Australia12/05/2010
Kidney Health - What you should know....Important information about keeping your kidneys healthy 27/05/2004
Life with a single kidneyInformation on living with one kidney 18/03/2008
Making the most of your visit to the doctorTips for getting the most out of your visit to the doctor 19/05/2009
Nutrition issues and kidney failureInformation on diet issues if you have kidney failure 03/11/2005
ProteinuriaInformation on protein in the urine 06/04/2009
Sexuality, Intimacy and Kidney DiseaseInformation on Sexuality, Intimacy and Kidney Disease23/07/2007
What does that word mean?Simple explanations of medical terms relating to kidney disease. 18/03/2008
You're in Charge - self-management health bookA positive self-management health book, which will enable you to take care of your health. 24/10/2004
Kidney Diseases & Conditions
 TitleDescriptionModified Date
All about AnaemiaInformation about the link between chronic kidney disease and anaemia 21/08/2008
Chronic Kidney DiseaseInformation about the stages of kidney disease and clinical terms -update June 0907/09/2009
Diabetic Kidney DiseaseInformation on diabetic kidney disease18/07/2007
Heart disease and chronic kidney diseaseInformation about why the risk of heart disease increases if you have chronic kidney disease and suggested treatments 18/03/2008
Hereditary nephritis: Alport SyndromeInformation on hereditary nephritis or Alport Syndrome 16/03/2006
IgA NephropathyInformation on a type of kidney disease: IgA nephropathy 30/03/2007
Kidney CancerInformation on kidney cancer 15/03/2006
Kidney CystsInformation about cystic kidney disease including polycystic kidney disease (PKD)27/04/2010
Kidney StonesInformation on kidney stones 15/03/2006
Membranous nephropathyInformation on Membranous Nephropathy 16/03/2006
NephritisInformation on inflammation of the kidneys 06/04/2009
Kidney Disease Treatments
 TitleDescriptionModified Date
Access for dialysisInformation on access points for haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis 15/03/2006
Choosing whether to have treatmentInformation on deciding whether to have treatment 01/07/2010
HaemodialysisInformation on haemodialysis - a treatment option 18/03/2008
Home haemodialysisInformation for people thinking about doing haemodialysis at home 28/05/2008
Informed consent for medical testingInteresting points about giving consent for medical tests 23/11/2005
Kidney TransplantationInformation on kidney transplantation - a treatment option 23/11/2005
Peritoneal DialysisInformation on Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) and Automated Peritoneal Dialysis (APD) 28/05/2008
Organ Donation
 TitleDescriptionModified Date
Deciding about live donationInformation for people who are thinking about becoming a live kidney donor 22/06/2006
Live DonationInformation about the live donation process 23/06/2009
Organ and tissue donation and transplantationAnswers to frequently asked questions about organ and tissue donation and transplantation 18/07/2006
Urinary System Health
 TitleDescriptionModified Date
Urinary incontinenceInformation for people with poor bladder control 03/11/2005
Urinary reflux in childrenInformation about the effect of urinary reflux or back flow on the kidneys 10/03/2010
Urinary Tract InfectionsInformation on Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)14/10/2009
Kidney health education brochures Minimize
 TitleDescriptionCreated Date
Our Health Services and ProgramsRead about the many kidney health services and programs which we offer to our consumers27/02/2009
Kidney Health and DiabetesBrochure on kidney health and diabetes27/02/2009
Kidney Health and Blood PressureBrochure about kidney health and blood pressure 27/02/2009
Kidney and Urinary HealthBrochure on Kidney and Urinary health27/02/2009
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Last updated: Sep 2010.