Hofstra University School of Medicine in partnership with North Shore-LIJ Health System to Host Series of Public Education Programs and Free Screenings on Kidney Health

Hofstra University School of Medicine in partnership with North Shore-LIJ Health System are sponsoring a series of free public kidney health workshops and screenings. All of these programs take place in the Hofstra University Student Center, on North Campus, in Room 143.

Chronic Kidney Disease and Hypertension
Thursday, February 5th, 3 pm - 5pm This program discusses the importance and the effective strategies of controlling hypertension so that Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can be avoided. The link between heart disease and kidney disease is also discussed. Following the program, there is a free blood pressure screening.

A Tale of Two Kidneys
Thursday, February 26th, 3 pm - 5 pm
This program covers how to prevent CKD. It discusses common problems damaging the kidney, the five stages of CKD, and how to treat and slow the progression of CKD. Following the program, a free onsite instant microalbuminuria screening (a urine test to check if protein is present) is provided.

CKD & Diabetes Self-Management
Thursday, March 12th, 3 pm - 5 pm
This program presents successful strategies on how to control diabetes in order to avoid CKD and all other complications.

Registration and event information is available at medicine.hofstra.edu

Kidney Early Evaluation Program (KEEP) Screening
Saturday, March 28, 2009, 10 am to 3 pm
Hofstra University Student Center, Multi-Purpose Room, Ground Floor
Appointment required
Chronic kidney disease can be detected in the early stages through routine laboratory tests. The National Kidney Foundation's Kidney Early Evaluation Program (KEEP) is a free public health screening program designed to identify those at increased risk for kidney disease and to encourage them to seek further evaluation and follow-up from a physician. You must make an appointment to attend the KEEP screening! | more |