Title: Race, Ethnicity, & Kidney Disease | National Kidney Foundation
Headings: Race, Ethnicity, & Kidney Disease
Race, Ethnicity, & Kidney Disease
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Content: Race, Ethnicity, & Kidney Disease | National Kidney Foundation
Race, Ethnicity, & Kidney Disease
33% of American adults are at risk for kidney disease. Yes, one in three people. If you are Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian American, Pacific Islander, American Indian, or Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, heritage you may be at an increased risk for kidney disease. Black or African Americans are almost 4 times more likely and Hispanics or Latinos are 1.3 times more likely to have kidney failure compared to White Americans. Minority populations have much higher rates of high blood pressure , diabetes , obesity and heart disease, all of which increase the risk for kidney disease. Access to healthcare may also play a role. The key is to find kidney disease as early as possible and understand its risk factors before the trouble starts. Regular testing for everyone is important and is especially important for people at risk. Change the Face of Kidney Disease
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What is kidney disease?