Kidney diseases

NKF, other dialysis providers help kidney patients find jobs and sense of purpose

Azliza Aman (left), 57, and N Nantahkumaran, 45, found part time employment to not only provide for their families but also to be able to go for regular dialysis to preserve their lives.

$9m pilot initiative to integrate palliative care into chronic kidney disease treatment

Called Renalssance, the pilot is expected to benefit more than 5,260 patients over four years – 1,500 from each hospital, and 760 from NKF.

Estimated 200,000 people newly diagnosed with chronic kidney disease over four years

More than 200,000 residents were newly detected over four years as suffering from chronic kidney disease, which could lead to a surge in demand for dialysis services in the future..

NUH living-donor kidney transplant patients survive an average of 31 years, beating global norms

Dr Leong Sai Fan putting the finishing touches on "Where Life Takes Root And Hope Blooms", a collective art tribute at The National University Centre for Organ Transplantation on March 27.

NKF steps up push for home-based peritoneal dialysis amid rising kidney failure cases

Supported by a $3 million gift from the estate of Khoo Teck Puat, the programme aims to support 300 patients in adopting this form of treatment.

What is peritoneal dialysis, and what are its benefits?

In peritoneal dialysis, a permanent catheter is surgically placed, with one end in the abdominal cavity and the other on the outside to allow the dialysis fluid to flow into and out of the abdominal cavity.

Dialysis at home a better option for kidney patients, but take-up remains low

Experienced peritoneal dialysis nurses like Ms Shadirah Zaharum (left) help patients like Madam Norhyati Buang manage their condition, offer advice on living conditions and provide emotional support.

Singapore patients on dialysis secure jobs through inclusive job fair

wqdialysis/ST20251218_202526800724/Ng Sor Luan/NKF patient Mr Chew Teck Seng, 53, who found a job at Ya Kun Kaya Toast as a cleaner.

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Mr Tew (left) recovering at Mount Elizabeth Hospital together with Mr Pang, post-surgery.

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Screening and detection can help Singaporeans suffering from undaignosed conditions like diabetes to manage them better and avoid complications.

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