Your Kidney Connection
Balboa Announces A New President
SAN DIEGO, Calif., June 3, 2022— Balboa Nephrology, a leader in kidney care since 1973, appointed Bijal Patel, MD as President of Balboa Nephrology. Dr. Patel brings a wealth of leadership experience and a passion for kidney care and education. A seasoned...
Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner
When it comes to cooking a healthy, versatile and kidney-friendly recipe, you can't be chicken. This dish only has 5 ingredients and is packed with flavor. It's also a winner because it'll only take you 60 minutes to prepare! Serves 4 Serving Size 1/4 roasting...
Memorial Day 2022
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. It was formerly observed on May 30 from 1868 to 1970. Today we...
Sauce It Up For the Holiday Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and many people kick off this unofficial start of the summer with BBQ. While BBQ sauces are delicious and add a special zing to a cookout, it's not the best thing to have while on a kidney-friendly diet. The folks at Davita...
Physical Activity Can Benefit Dialysis Patients
According to studies published in Peritoneal Dialysis International, peritoneal dialysis patients report minimal adverse effects from exercise or physical activity treatments and are likely to benefit from these. Some suggested activities might be walking,...
International Clinical Trials Day
We're raising clinical trial awareness and honoring clinical research professionals across the globe! Clinical Trials Day is celebrated around the world in May to recognize the day that James Lind started what is often considered the first randomized clinical trial...
Nurses Make a Difference
May is #NursesMonth, and in celebration, we've found a way for you to show appreciation for your favorite nurse! San Diego Magazine is inviting people to join them in recognizing an outstanding nurse. All you have to do is nominate someone today, share your...
Third Round of Free COVID Tests
The US Government has announced households can now order eight more free at-home coronavirus tests. This gives Americans access to an additional supply of rapid tests ahead of possible summer and fall surges. “As the highly transmissible subvariants of Omicron...
