World Kidney Day 2025
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Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect early, protect kidney health
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is estimated to affect approximately 850 million people worldwide. If left undetected and not treated timely, CKD can progress to kidney failure, leading to severe complications and premature mortality. By 2040, CKD is projected to become the 5th leading cause of years of life lost, highlighting the urgent need for global strategies to combat kidney disease.
Populations at high risk for kidney disease should undergo targeted testing.
The major risk factors for kidney disease are:
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Cardiovascular disease
- Obesity
- Family history of kidney disease
Simple, non-invasive, and cost-effective tests for high-risk populations include blood pressure measurements, Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation, urine tests for albuminuria, and blood tests for glycosylated haemoglobin or glucose levels and serum creatinine.
Early detection policies for individuals at risk should be implemented globally to reduce the healthcare costs associated with kidney failure and improve quality of life.