Living with PKD

PKD patients still have a life to live – despite their diagnosis.   Keeping the quality of life high is a top priority.  This section deals with issues such as insurance, exercise, nutrition, family, work and caregiving to help keep you healthy and in a positive state of mind.
 
 
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Health Insurance and Medicare

The PKD Foundation strives to provide our constituents with information to help them make well-informed choices about managing their disease and living with PKD.  We’ve developed a list of the most common questions and concerns regarding private health insurance and Medicare. Learn more here. 

 

For Caregivers

Below are several resources designed specifically for those taking care of a loved one with PKD:

Webinar: Understanding Loss and Managing Grief

Article: Taking Care of Ourselves: Self-care for the Provider

Article: Caregiver Stress and PKD

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Common Nutrition Questions

 

 

Common Family & Lifestyle Questions

 

Quick Notes on PKD: Pregnancy and PKD

 

 
 
   
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