National Kidney Month in Broward County

Did you know that 9/10 people who have kidney disease are unaware they have it?

Kidney disease is an urgent health dilemma and is the 8th leading cause of death in the U.S. With March marking National Kidney Month, this is the perfect time to raise awareness of how aging can impact your kidneys and how to better manage your kidney health.

How Does Aging Impact My Kidneys?

As you age, your body undergoes a lot of normal changes. This also happens with your kidneys and bladder. Your kidney tissue decreases, leading to kidneys that don’t function as well as they used to. Blood vessels supplying the kidneys may also become hardened, leading to the kidneys filtering blood at a slower rate. Your bladder walls also become stiffer, meaning you cannot hold as much urine as before. In a healthy aging person, declining kidney function occurs very slowly. Other illnesses and conditions, however, can increase the rate of kidney deterioration.

Aging increases your risk of several kidney and bladder-related issues such as:

• Bladder control problems
• UTIs
• Chronic kidney disease

What Can I Do to Manage My Kidney Health?

Starting a healthy lifestyle can help prevent you from developing kidney disease. It can also help you manage kidney disease from progressing, should you already have a diagnosis. Try adding some of the following habits to your routine:

• Meet with your health care team regularly
• Manage your blood pressure and blood glucose levels
• Take medication as prescribed
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Try to reduce your exposure to stress
• Exercise regularly
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Quit smoking

Local Resources

The Kidney & Hypertension Group of South Florida – Their team of board-certified nephrologists has been at the forefront of kidney care for over three decades. Celebrated for their unwavering dedication to each patient’s well-being. They blend cutting-edge medical expertise with a deeply personal touch, listening intently to your story and partnering with you to navigate the complexities of kidney health.

Universal Kidney Center – Their goal is to prolong every dialysis patient’s life by providing the best medical doctors, nurses, and technicians, and the best quality care; encouraging patients in treatment compliance; educating the patients on renal diet with our in-house dietician and social service counseling and personal activities with our in-house social worker. Broward County offers a shuttle service for the convenience of our patients.

Griswold Care Pairing Can Help

At Griswold Care Pairing for Broward County, our referred caregivers can assist with a variety of Kidney-health related activities. Including transportation to and from your dialysis appointments, personal care, homemaking, and companionship.

If you think it might be time to start home care for you or your loved one, give us a call today. Our referred Caregivers can provide many different care services, including live-in care, respite care, fall prevention, and more. We service all of Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Coconut Creek, and the surrounding area. We would be happy to discuss care options and can pair you with a Caregiver and start care typically within 24 hours.

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