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May 13,
2008
Get Information, Get Tested, Get Hope!
Dr. Roberto Vargas works hard at preventing
kidney disease, and working for the best outcomes if someone already has it.
In this invaluable show, you will learn what the early warning signs of
kidney disease mean, why some minority cultures are at higher risk, and the
importance of getting tested, especially if there’s been kidney disease in
your immediate family. Dr. Vargas holds out hope for patients not to
progress to a higher stage of CKD, and even, when conditions are favorable,
to regress back to an earlier stage. This is a must-listen for everybody –
diagnosed or not.
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With your Hosts...
 Stephen Furst is
a successful television and movie producer/director and a kidney patient.
Lori
Hartwell is the author of Chronically Happy - Joyful Living in
Spite of Chronic Illness, and President/Founder of Renal Support Network.
Click here for more new pictures of Stephen and Lori!
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April 30,
2008
Don't Clown Around with Kidney Disease!
Kathe LeBeau, Program Manager for RSN’s weKAN
program, and a student in "Clown School," went in for gallbladder surgery
only to discover that her kidneys had 50% of their function. She cancelled
the surgery and began a journey of self-discovery by learning about the
disease. Travel her amazing path with her and learn why Kathe opted for home
hemodialysis. An exciting show that reminds us to live our lives as though
we didn’t have kidney disease, but observe the guidelines!
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April 16,
2008
KidneySchool.org: It Might Just Save
Your Life!
Dori Schatell, Executive Director of the Medical
Education Institute, visits KidneyTalk to talk with Lori and Stephen about
the Institute’s Kidney School (www.kidneyschool.org).
No, it doesn’t have a football team, and no cheerleaders (Stephen was so
disappointed), but this online educational program for people with kidney
disease consisting of 16 interactive modules of about 20 minutes each will
tell you something that makes a difference in your life!
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April 1,
2008
An Interfaith Kidney Transplant
Rabbi Andrew Bossov needed a kidney. Reverend
Karen Onesti said, “I’ll give you one of mine.” Catching up at their
Interfaith Clergy meeting, and unaware of his condition, Rev. Onesti asked
Rabbi Bossov why people were asking him how he was feeling. The rest of this
heartwarming tale is the subject of a show filled with hope, faith and the
goodness of human beings toward each other—and particularly timely at the
beginning of April, National Donate Life Month.
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March 17,
2008
Dialysis Without Fear
The Offer Family went through a crisis that many
kidney dialysis patients know about: going from leading a carefree, regular
life one day to walking into a dialysis clinic for treatment the next. But
Daniel Offer is a physician as well as a medical researcher and professor at
a university. He was still shocked, as was his family, which includes his
wife and his daughter. So they wrote a book together called Dialysis Without
Fear to help other people going through dialysis treatments.
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March 3,
2008
Living On Both Sides of the Knife
Can you imagine what it must be like as a
transplant surgeon to undergo liver transplant surgery yourself? Probably as
difficult as a doctor trying to imagine what kidney patients to go through
just waiting for the results of their continual tests! Steven Woodle, M.D.,
transplant surgeon at the University of Cincinnati Hospitals, Department of
Surgery, who “transplanted” Stephen Furst’s kidney, has been on both sides
of the knife. A renowned surgeon and a leader in transplant surgery, Steve
Woodle has a lot of wisdom and hope to offer those not sure about getting a
kidney transplant. And just imagine what Stephen can do with this topic!
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February 19,
2008
Keeping Dialysis Units Up to Snuff
Spending time in dialysis units is what Glenda does to help protect Patients
Rights. Observations, questions and inspections insure that units meet the
minimum Medicare requirements. Listen and learn what your dialysis unit
should provide to YOU—and what it doesn’t. Glenda Payne has been a nurse for
over 30 years and works for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as
an educator and surveyor.
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February 6,
2008
Sunny Delight! Understanding Vitamin
D
What does Vitamin D do for your body? What foods are the best source of
Vitamin D? Why are so many people who have chronic kidney disease deficient
in Vitamin D? Gail DeWald who has over 24 years as a Certified
Nephrology Nurse, will answer these questions.
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January 23,
2008
How to Deal with Difficult Staff
Do you smell microwave popcorn while at dialysis? Has a nurse or technician
yelled at you because of your fluid intake? Is waiting in the lobby for 30
minutes or more for your dialysis appointment acceptable? Listen to this
weeks show as social worker, Ramiro Valdez, Ph.D gives advice to Lori and
Stephen about how to deal with these and other situations. Learn that the
staff is sometimes afraid of the patients, just as the patients are afraid
of the staff.
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January 9,
2008
A Conversation with a Nurse
Mary Houglum is the type of nurse that every dialysis patient would love to
have. Her compassion and desire to be a nurse came from a night nurse she
had in the hospital when she was 8 years old. This program will let you hear
how she takes the time to listen to her patients to answer questions,
resolve issues and explain treatments. Mary tells Lori and Stephen that it
is important for the patient to be open and honest with their nurses.
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December 26,
2007
Diagnosed at 11 Months Old
Besides having the same rare blood disease, learn how many things Jessica,
now 19 years old, has in common with Lori including the love of animals and
laughing at Stephens jokes. You will hear her positive attitude.
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December 11,
2007
A Dream Comes True for Stephen
Do you know what an altruistic donor is? What should you know about your
transplant before you leave the hospital. Listen as Lori helps calm
Stephens nervs by answering his questions, as he prepares for his kidney
transplant!
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November 27,
2007
Making a Connection
Jack Barnard, motivational speaker, coach, and trainer says you need a true
connection with your audience or your healthcare professional and the best
way to accomplish this is with a personal story. To aid in the digestion of
the material humor is a great tool. He tells you how he was inspired by
"Kidney Beans" at a PEPP training session.
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November 13,
2007
What is a Gurgling Space Machine?
That is the description that Bill Dant, a pioneer in kidney disease gives to
his first dialysis machine, in August 1977. His first hand knowledge and
attitude, in 3 decades of living with CKD has changed from denial to
advocate and being chronically persistent. Listen and learn why he says that
Whether you live or die is your responsibility."
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October 30,
2007
For Women Only!
Why Is Stephen In The Room?
Ladies this is the show youve been waiting for. Get candid with Dr.
Josephine Hall, MD as she speaks woman to woman. You might find the answer
to the question youve been too afraid to ask.
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October 16,
2007
Taking Charge of
Your Dialysis & Your Life!
What do we mean by taking charge of your dialysis you may wonder? Doesnt
the staff usually take care of everything? Susan Hansen, RN says; People
who do best are not only people who master their diet and medication, but
take charge of their dialysis. With 42 years of experience in dialysis,
Susan gives Lori Hartwell and Stephen Furst great advice and insight on how
to take charge of your dialysis and ultimately your life.
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October 2,
2007
Connecting with your Physician
The ability to communicate with your physician will make a difference in
your relationship and ultimately your care! Dr. Michael Lazarus, Medical
Director for Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) returns to KidneyTalk to inform
patients how to connect with their physician. He will also share what
physicians need from patients to make the most of their office visit. Tune
in and learn a few tips on how to communicate effectively with your
physician.
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September 18,
2007
Know Your
True Colors
Counselor and motivational speaker Bill Gallagher gives us new insight about
our personalities. How can knowing your personality and its origins help
improve your day-to-day life? Listen to this fantastic show and learn how
you can make your personality work for you instead of against you. You'll be
amazed!
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September 4,
2007
Medication Tips
Mike Josbena, MS, RPH, elaborates on the myths, the truths, and the wishful
thinking about medication. The words of Mary Poppins may be true after all:
"Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down." Tune in to this brand
new show to find out!
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July 31,
2007
Overcome the Exercise
Excuses!
"Exercise totally revolutionized my life," says Shari Gilford, current
transplant recipient; previously on nocturnal home HD, in-center HD, CAPD,
CCPD, and a recipient of two other transplants. Let exercise do the same for
you. Listen in for motivational tips and the abundant benefits for patients
when they exercise.
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July 24,
2007
Lucky Numbers!
Mandy Trolinger, Renal Dietician and transplant patient talks to Lori and
Stephen about maintaining a great renal diet. Tune in and learn about proper
lab values, what you can eat, and what you should avoid, and more.
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July 17,
2007
"It's Not the Pollyanna
Attitude!"
Richard Redlin! Remember the name. His awe-inspiring, miraculous story is
truly one written in the stars. Hell be the first to tell you, Its not
the Pollyanna attitude. Dont miss this weeks hypnotic show, youll hear
how exactly a change of attitude is all it takes
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July 10,
2007
Infection Prevention
How do you prevent infections while on dialysis? That is the question,
Debbie Punch, registered nurse, and CEO of consulting firm; Alliance
Management, answers today. Its an everyday battle amongst patients. Learn
ways to prevent and overcome those pesky infections.
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July 3,
2007
By the Way...'I
Have Kidney Disease'
Hes a singer, dancer, and actor. Broadway star, Aaron Lee Battle refuses to
let the world tell him No! Diagnosed with kidney disease in 2002, Aaron
maintains his success through perseverance. Listen to this weeks inspiring
show and dont miss out on Aarons private concert.
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June 26, 2007
The Name
Is McMasterJill McMaster
Who says Kidney Disease is a disability? Meet Marla Jill McMaster, a former CIA Manager and Navy Captain, not to mention a
polycystic kidney disease (PKD)
patient the real Bond girl. As she has briefed Members of congress, the
press, foreign dignitaries, and fellow colleagues, she briefs you on the GOOD
NEWS for transplant list-exchanges amongst other things. Listen in and get
the latest scoop.
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June 19,
2007
To
Live or Die
That is the question we all must face at one point or another in our lives.
Dawn Dungan was one of those who chose to die. The fear of kidney disease and
dialysis was crippling, to the point shed rather die. Yet today she lives on
with overwhelming hope and a will to live. Listen to her inspiring story of
guilt and fear overcome by hope and a desire to help others.
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June 12, 2007
All
Politics are Local!
Theresa Freeman is a District Leader, Legal Specialist
and State Committee Member for the New York Democratic Party.
Theresa has also battled kidney disease for over 5 years and now can bring
first hand experience to help educate elected officials from a patient's
perspective.
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June 5, 2007
Are We
Ready to Bundle?
You may not be familiar with this term, but the term "bundle" can
change the dialysis industry. Stephen and Lori asked industry leaders
Dr. Peter Crooks and Dr. Mike Lazarus what are the pros and cons to bundling
for people on dialysis.
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May 29, 2007
State
& Federal Update from CDC
Stephen and Lori are
"Live" at the California Dialysis Council in Palm Springs, CA.
They interview Mike Arnold and Marc Chow about legislative issues impacting
patients on a Federal and State level.
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May
22, 2007
Ho, ho,
ho...it's Chef O
Not its not Christmas, but youll think it is after listening to this show.
Oliver Hale (Chef O) is a TV celebrity chef and kidney patient from Michigan who knows how
to cook up yummy renal-friendly meals and desserts!
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May
15, 2007
Keeping
A Positive Attitude
Vietnam vet, kidney diseasesometimes you just cant keep a good man down or
his attitude either! No matter what happens, Jim
Dineen keeps a smile on his face as he faces life.
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May 8,
2007
Addiction
and Kidney Disease
Drug and alcohol addiction is not a topic we hear much about in the kidney
community. However, it is a very real issue for some people living with
kidney disease and their families. Well discuss this topic head-on with
Bobby Walker, a kidney patient who has walked this difficult and painful
path. This is one story you must hear.
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May
1, 2007
Family
Ties
Martinlow Spaulding is a family
man. He has had two transplants and 6 kids. Learn how he juggles
kids, school activities, marriage and his health.
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April
24, 2007
Dialysis
Outcomes Around the World
How do Americans kidney patients
compare to the rest of the worlds kidney patients? Dr. Donna Mapes reviews the results of the DOPPS study that takes a
look at the United States
as compared to several other countries. Listen in and see where we fit in.
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April 17, 2007
Working
9-5: What a way to make a living!
Staying employed and/or returning
to work is an issue on the minds of many kidney patients. Beth Witten, LCSW
will tackle this topic and offer some great advice about working.
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April 10, 2007
Sit,
Fit for Life
This week on KidneyTalk
Lori and Stephen visit with Dan Bayliss, Clinical
Coordinator of the SitFit exercise program at the University of Virginia Renal Services department.
Dan discusses some fun and creative ways to exercise and tells us why its so
important for our health.
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April 3, 2007
To Be or Not To Be
Steroid Free
So, what is
steroid-free transplantation? New therapy protocols are changing the way
patients are transplanted. How do you know if youre a candidate or not and
whether your transplant center offers this new treatment option? Tune in to
find out.
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March 27, 2007
Caregivers
Who Loves Ya, Baby?
Who cares for you? Who
is that important person in your life who helps you take care of yourself?
This week Lori and Stephen take a look at how important the caregivers are in
our lives. Learn key tips for caregivers to take care of themselves.
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March 20, 2007
Calciphylaxis
Have you ever heard of
this word? If you havent, youre not aloneStephen hadnt heard of it
either. Tune in and discover why its important for kidney patients to know
about it.
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March 13, 2007
Who
Lives?
Christopher Meeks the
playwright of this thought provoking play based on the life and death committees
in the 1960s shares his insight of what he learned in researching and
producing this extraordinary play.
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March
6, 2007
Midnight
at the Oasis - Part 2
The Renal Teen Prom
had a number of celebrities attend and they stopped by KidneyTalk
to chat and lend their support. Hear from Sinbad, Christy Carlson Ramono, Alexa Vega, John McCook
and the Clipper Dance Team.
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Midnight at the Oasis - Part 1
The Renal Teen Prom
was night filled with joy, happiness, excitement and hope. Hear first
hand from the volunteers and attendees of the thrill of being at the Prom.
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February 20, 2007
Surviving
and Thriving with Kidney Disease
Judy Weintraub has survived chronic kidney disease for over 4
decades and has experienced the gamut of care. Learn from her vast
experience and "never give up" attitude!
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February 13, 2007
How
Sweet Life is!
Virna Elly a diabetic since
the age of eight has had her shares of life's ups and downs. Her
kidneys failed and she started dialysis. At one point she thought life was
sour! Hear her remarkable story.
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February 6, 2007
Mr.
Right & My Left Kidney
Joan Saltzman
once believed that true love was not in the cards for her. She had all
but given up until she met the man she knew she was suppose
to spend the rest of her life with. Little did she know, John would
need a kidney. Would she be the donor?
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January
30, 2007
Understanding
Anemia: Learn all you can about this energy draining condition
Dr. Mahesh Krishnan
explains anemia, how it affects kidney patients, the treatment for it, and
other important issues regarding this energy-draining disease.
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January
23, 2007
Celebrating
35 Years and Counting
Are you old enough to remember Woodstock? Do you know what you were doing the week of Woodstock (assuming you
werent at the concert, that is)? A die-hard rock-n-roll fan, Charles
Rosenberg remembers quite well. On KidneyTalk this
week, Lori and Stephen visit with Charles, a living legend in the kidney
community. In 1971 he received a cadaveric kidney
transplant and has just celebrated his 35th anniversary.
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January 16, 2007
Cooking
with Katie Lee Joel
What do
Billy Joel and Americas
kidney patients have in common? Youll have to tune in to this weeks show to
find out. This weeks guest is Katie Lee Joel, wife of musician Billy Joel
and host of TVs Top Chef on the Bravo station. She is also a contributor
to the 2006 edition of Kidney Friendly Comfort Foods: A Collection of Recipes
for Eating Well with Chronic Kidney Disease.
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January 9, 2007
How
It All Got Started
Sometimes we learn best by taking
a look at the past. Did you know there used to be a life-and-death committee
that kidney patients had to get through before being accepted for dialysis
treatments? Lori and Stephen visit with guests Dr. Christopher Blagg, a pioneering nephrologist
who was present when the concept of chronic dialysis became a reality, and
Nancy Spaeth, a kidney patient survivor who was
diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in 1959 and began hemodialysis
in 1966.
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December 18, 2006
Holiday
Eating Tips: Eat, Drink, and Be Careful
This weeks special guest is Sara
Colman, a renal dietitian and DaVitas Nutrition Project Specialist. Sara,
who is co-author of Cooking for David, discusses guidelines for eating,
drinking, and being careful not to overindulge during the holiday season.
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December 12, 2006
Policing
Kidney Disease
This week's guest on KidneyTalk is Donald England, a full-time, on-the-beat
police officer who is also a kidney patient. With an abdomen full of
peritoneal dialysis fluid (he uses the CCPD cycler
at night), Don patrols the streets of Kokomo, IN,
keeping its citizens safe. Don shares his story of living a successful life,
including managing kidney disease. Tune in and listen as Don talks with Lori
and Stephen about his work as an active duty officer (he will be featured in
an upcoming show on the FBI Files) and some of the important things kidney
disease has taught him. You will be inspired by Don's honesty, openness, and
attitude about life!
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December 5, 2006
Cartooning
Around
Bob Klein, a popular
voice over artist, shares his experience of living with kidney disease and what
it's like to play so many different characters.
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November 28, 2006
Lessons Learned
from Katrina
This week, Lori and
Stephen visit with Dr. Paul Miller, a nephrologist
who came to the rescue of many displaced dialysis patients in the wake of
Hurricane Katrina, and Bradley Mayfield, a kidney patient who not only lived
through the hurricane but helped chauffer other patients to dialysis during
the storms awful aftermath.
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November 20, 2006
Creating
a Successful Community Event
Bill Peckham, longtime kidney patient, and Joyce Jackson, CEO of the Northwest Kidney Centers, discuss the success of the Family Health &
Kidney Expo. Find out how you too can create an educational kidney event in
your own community..
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November
14, 2006
Thanksgiving
Helpful Eating Tips
Sara Colman, RD shares
eating tips and tasty recipes to make your festive meal renal friendly and
enjoyable.
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November 7, 2006
It's a
Hard Knock Life for Kidney Patients
Bill Halcomb, knows what it's like to live with kidney disease
and the obstacles that you have to overcome. At 34 years old, Bill has been
on dialysis for 13 years.
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October 30, 2006
Preparing
for a Kidney Transplant
Jacki Harris, RN, draws on her experience
of being a transplant coordinator and shares tips on how to prepare for a
kidney transplant.
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October 23, 2006
What
Scares You about Kidney Disease
Welcome to the first KidneyTalk! Halloween Special. Lori and Stephen get goofy
and share Halloween stories, offer tips on renal-friendly Halloween treats, and
talk about the sides of kidney disease theyd rather do without.
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October 17, 2006
How Low
Can You Go?
The thought of
crashing or cramping while on dialysis conjures up all kinds of
uncomfortable feelings. Learn why low BP happens and steps to prevent it.
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October 10, 2006
Education
is Key to Living a Better Life with Kidney Disease
Knowledge is power. The more you know about CKD, the more confident you will be
with the decisions you make about your care.
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October 3, 2006
Don't
Sweat the Kidney Stuff
Howard Feinberg, MSW and fellow kidney patient describes the
emotions you go through dealing with kidney disease and strategies on how to
cope.
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September 26, 2006
Organ
Donation: Inspire Someone Today!
Bryan Stewart (Director of
Communications for One Legacy) describes the communities
efforts to improve awareness.
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September 19, 2006
Coaching
Yourself to Victory
Sharon Pahlka, a kidney patient for
over 30 years and a certified life coach, shares strategies for winning at
the game of life.
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September 12, 2006
Gaining
that Winning Smile
Cher Thomas (a dental hygienist and transplant recipient) discusses the
relationship between healthy gums and a healthy life.
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September 5, 2006
Finding
Alternative Solutions for Organ Donation: A Patient's Perspective
Sally Satel (a New York Times Op-Ed writer and
transplant recipient) shares her perspective on increasing organ donation.
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August 29,
2006
100-Plus Years of Kidney Patient Experience
Long-term kidney patient survivors--Roanne Dale, Sharon
Pahlka, Lori Hartwell--share tips and strategies on living
a long and fulfilling life.
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August 22, 2006
Spicing
Up Your Renal Diet
Mary Polucci, RD, shares tasty tips on eating well
while sticking to your renal diet.
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August 15, 2006
Take-Home
Dialysis
Doing Dialysis in the Comfort of
Your Home
Guests: Scott Rasgon, MD, and Rafi Minasian,
MD
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August 8, 2006
Taking
Dialysis on the Road
Marcel Levique
(a dialysis travel specialist) shares tips on traveling with dialysis to
ensure an uneventful trip.
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August 1, 2006
Dialysis
Success
Roanne Dale, has been on dialysis
for over 30 years and has learned the keys to achieving success with dialysis
and life.
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July 25, 2006
For
the Love of Pets
Deb Hurdle, an "Animal-Assisted
Therapy Expert," shares the therapeutic benefits that pets have on
helping people who have a chronic illness heal.
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July 18, 2006
Laughing
Through the Illness
Comedian Howie
Mandel, host of the TV game show "Deal or No Deal," discusses how
humor can help you through a chronic illness. Oftentimes, humor is just the
medicine we need!
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July 11, 2006
Choosing
and Caring for Your Vascular Access
Lana Kacherova, RN and Vickie
Peters, RN discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different dialysis
accesses your lifeline, so you will make the best choices and avoid
complications.
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July 4, 2006
Independent
Living with Home Dialysis
Hasmik Mouradian shares her
thoughts on how home hemodialysis has helped her
feel more in control, as well as some of the fears she faced in taking dialysis
home and how she overcame those fears.
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June 27, 2006
Traveling
Around the Globe: Adventures of a Hemodialysis
Patient
Bill Peckham
has undergone hemodialysis since 1990 and has
traveled all over the world, dialyzing in 19 countries on five continents.
Learn about his adventures and hear firsthand what dialysis is like in other
parts of the world.
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June 20, 2006
Peter Quaife- Rock Star
Peter Quaife,
a former member of the popular British rock group The Kinks, who began hemodialysis in 1998. To pass the time, Peter began
drawing cartoons about what went on at his dialysis clinic. A collection of
his cartoons was recently published under the title The Lighter Side of
Dialysis.
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June 13, 2006
Dating
with Kidney Disease, and When Do You Tell?
Two patients provide real-life
advice and insight on dating in light of the special restrictions of living
with renal disease.
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June 6, 2006
Jodi Picoult- Best
Selling Author
Jodi Picoult, a best-selling novelist and author of
My Sisters Keeper, the story of a young woman conceived in order to be a
blood cell and tissue donor to her older sister. The young woman balks,
however, when asked to donate a kidney.
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