Northwest Kidney Council | Kidney health advocacy

Partnership for quality,
safety and access to care

Promoting safety and access to quality care

Founded in 2019, the Northwest Kidney Council is as a coalition supporting patient advocates, health care professionals, care providers and researchers committed to shaping smart policy for individuals battling kidney disease in the Northwest.

Planning Ahead for Holiday Travel

Holiday travel can take a little extra planning for people living with kidney disease. Learn how coordinating kidney dialysis, preparing medications and supplies, and having a backup plan can help patients stay on track when traveling away from home.

Kidney Care in Rural Communities

For people living with kidney disease in rural communities, distance and transportation can make accessing care more complicated. This National Rural Health Day, we’re looking at the challenges rural patients face and how transportation, home kidney dialysis, and strong local health systems can help improve access.

Diabetes and Kidney Health Over Time

Diabetes can affect kidney health gradually, often before symptoms appear. During National Diabetes Month, learn why regular kidney monitoring, preventive care, and ongoing conversations with health care teams matter for people living with diabetes.

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Our Partners

We can't do this work alone. The Northwest Kidney Council is grateful to have so many partners throughout the Pacific Northwest aligned with our mission to advance access to kidney care.

Partnership for quality, safety and access to care