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Kidney Disease and Nutrition – Getting the most out of what you can eat
This vodcast filmed at a Kidney Health Australia ‘Well on My Way' Forum where you will hear a panel of experts answer questions from participants on many aspects of a renal diet.
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The development of this online program, enables Kidney Health Australia to run forums for kidney patients across Australia especially to people in isolated regional and rural communities.
Nutrition is very important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle when diagnosed with kidney disease! Advice on nutrition needs to be personalised as it is based on individual kidney function. If you have already seen a dietician, the information below should not take the place of the diet that has been prescribed for you. Your renal doctor can refer you to a renal dietician who will design a specific diet for your needs. Dietitians Association of Australia on 1800 812 942.
Kidney Health Information Service (KHIS line) For people with, or affected by, kidney and urinary disease
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Recent Kidney Health Australia Forums
These forums is an excellent opportunity to gain practical information and understanding about managing nutritional and lifestyle options when living with chronic kidney disease. There will be lots of opportunities for everyone to share experiences, ideas and solutions.
QUEENSLAND
Next Forum for Brisbane
Self Management - 4 September 2010
Townsville - Saturday May 8 2010
Kidney Health Australia hosted the first consumer education forum in Townsville. Over 70 consumers attended the nutrition-themed event at Jupiter’s Hotel and five excellent health professionals delivered a range of informative presentations. The day wrapped up with a brilliant cooking demonstration prepared by four enthusiastic dietetic students. Interestingly, a few participants noted that their kidney disease was first detected by the KEY program, which performed point-of-care testing in Townsville over two years ago. Prior to being tested via our KEY Program, these individuals had no idea they had any form of kidney impairment. It was great to see them at the forum, still actively trying to self-manage their health.
Contact Ann Revell on 07 3176 1069 or email qld@kidney.org.au re future Forums.
NEW SOUTH WALES
Newcastle NSW - Well On My Way Forum 2010 for Friday 25 June 2010
Wests Convention Centre Mayfield, 32 Industrial Drive, Mayfield NSW
This nutrition forum with supported by the NSW Government as part of the Measure Up campaign with 50 participants attending the Forum with a focus on slowing progression of kidney disease through healthy eating and lifestyle modification. Keynote speakers - Dr Shane Carney, Nephrologist and Dr Emmanuel D’Almeida, Dietician, from John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle.
Event proudly hosted by Kidney Health Australia in association with Hunter Regional Resource Centre
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) – can nutrition help?
- Potassium and phosphate management
- Stress reduction and self esteem after a CKD diagnosis
- Kidney disease, high blood pressure and heart health
- Fluid and sodium management
- CKD and medication management
- The benefits of exercise with a chronic disease
VICTORIA
Carers Workshops
Bendigo 17 April 2010 and Melbourne 26 June 2010
Carers Workshop Bengigo - 45 carers attended this suite of workshops where participants shared similar experiences of caring for those affected by kidney disease, enjoyed morning tea and lunch in a relaxing atmosphere and met some new friends.
Melbourne Carer’s Forum - was workshop-based with two facilitators from Carers VIC delivering information and generating discussion, where 27 participants explored self-management issues affecting carers. Facilitators were well-received and the evaluations positive.
Contact Annette on 03 9674 4300 or vic@kidney.org.au re future Forums.
TASMANIA
Launceston Consumer Forum – Early CKD Medical Update - 12 November 2010 (tenative)
Events in 2009 - Feeling Good Forums
Provided renal information day for renal patients, carers, transplant recipients, family and friends.
Devonport Tuesday 24 November 2009 - Feeling Good!
Quality Hotel Gateway, 16 Fenton Street, Devonport TAS
Discussions included - Food, facts, fallacies and kidney disease. Current trends and innovations in kidney medicine and Sexuality in chronic illness.
Guest speakers - Renal Dietician, Vanessa Stansbie & Renal Nephrologist, Dr Matthew Jose
Special guest - Doreen Ackerman AM, Director Cancer Information and Support Service, The Cancer Council Victoria.
Hobart Wednesday 25 November 2009 - Feeling Good!
The Rydges Hobart, Argyle Street, Hobart TAS
To find out more about future Forums:
Launceston/Devonport contact Sarah on 03 6348 7533 or email sarah.challenor@kidney.org.au
Hobart contact Carolyn on 03 6231 9663 or email carolyn.mackintosh@kidney.org.au
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Perth - End Stage Kidney Disease Partnership Forum - 20 November 2010 (tenative)
For more detail phone Jenny Duggan on 08 9381 9311 or jenny.duggan@kidney.org.au
Updated 18 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. |