BC Renal@BCRenal

Plans & monitors delivery of province-wide kidney care services in BC, Canada. Follows/RTs aren't endorsements. Social media policy: phsa.ca/privacy

 Vancouver, British Columbia
bcrenal.ca/
Joined October 2011
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Our Renal News 2023, Year in Review is now available! With this special annual publication, we hope you enjoy getting to know our network better! ow.ly/haAV50QiWqa #BCRenalNetwork #KidneyCare #KidneyResearch @PHSAofBC @BC_Transplant @KidneyBCY @endPKD @cansolveckd
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BC Renal has made the decision to retire use of X. We will keep the account open to share urgent heath-related messages, as well as to prevent unofficial accounts posing as BC Renal. Please see our Facebook and LinkedIn, which remain active.
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#WorldKidneyDay is coming up on March 13! The theme for this year's campaign is #AreYourKidneysOK, highlighting the importance of early detection. Take our Kidney Health Check today: ow.ly/1NRx50V6uW2 Check out the @worldkidneyday website for more: ow.ly/Ax7B50V6uW0
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MYTH: Kidney disease is a rare condition. REALITY: One in 10 Canadians has some degree of kidney disease, and it's one of the fastest growing illnesses in BC. Take our free kidney health check to learn more: kidneyhealthcheck.ca #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease
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Check out BC Renal's new handout on nutrition for kidney stone prevention! This simple, comprehensive resource features useful dietary tips and guidelines to reduce your risk: ow.ly/TFs350V7UUO #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease #Nutrition #KidneyStones
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Are you (or your family member) receiving #Hemodialysis care in BC? BC Renal is currently looking for up to 2 patient partners to join our Hemodialysis Committee! To learn more and RSVP: ow.ly/acQY50V2qeX #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease #Dialysis
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MYTH: There's no way to prevent #KidneyDisease. REALITY: Genetic and lifestyle factors can increase your risk of kidney disease. A healthy diet and regular exercise reduces it. Take our free kidney health check to learn more: kidneyhealthcheck.ca #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth
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For over 15 years, Sarb Basra was a social worker with Fraser Health’s Surrey Kidney Care Centre, supporting patients living with #KidneyDisease. In this Q&A, she reflects on her time with the provincial renal network and the valuable lessons learned: ow.ly/1ne350V3RC0
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MYTH: If you have kidney disease, you'll know it. REALITY: Kidney disease is a “silent” disease -- a person can lose up to 80% of kidney function before symptoms appear. Take our free kidney health check: kidneyhealthcheck.ca #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease
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Happy Family Day! Whatever your plans are, social connection is key to wellbeing. @KidneyBCY offers valuable resources for peer support — request a Peer Support Volunteer, join a Peer Support group, and more: kidney.ca/Support/Peer-Suppo… #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease
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Happy Valentines Day!❤️ Heart health is a key factor in assessing one's risk of kidney disease. Take our free online Kidney Health Check to learn more about risk factors and if you should see a doctor: ow.ly/5gzb50Iecl5 #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease
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The Jan./Feb. issue of BC Renal News is now available! Catch up on recent developments from the provincial renal network — including upcoming events, new and updated resources, and a feature Q&A with healthcare social worker Sarb Basra! Read here: ow.ly/9Ck850UZGv3
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MYTH: There's nothing you can do if you're diagnosed with #KidneyDisease. REALITY: If diagnosed early, many people can slow the disease with support of their #KidneyCare team. Take our free #KidneyHealth check to learn more: kidneyhealthcheck.ca
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Patients receiving #PeritonealDialysis: would you be interested in sharing your perspectives on PD care in BC? We're currently seeking a #PatientPartner to join BC Renal's Peritoneal Dialysis Committee. To learn more and apply: ow.ly/tHxK50UWtKA #KidneyCare #Dialysis
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Interested in simplifying your kidney-friendly meal planning? Join @KidneyBCY on February 11 for an interactive webinar highlighting the latest features of the Kidney Community Kitchen meal planner: ow.ly/hGvk50UTFri #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease
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Patient partners: Would you be interested in joining our Palliative Care Committee? It's an opportunity to work with health professionals to support access to high-quality #PalliativeCare. To learn more and RSVP: ow.ly/sRmS50UFJCR #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #KidneyDisease
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February is #HeartMonth — a time to raise awareness about #CardiovascularDisease and the importance of early prevention and treatment. 9 in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor for developing #HeartDisease. To learn more: ow.ly/44n850USH3Y #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth
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Are you struggling to decide on a treatment for #KidneyFailure? The best option is what's best for you and your lifestyle. To learn more, check out this webpage, featuring resources on kidney failure treatments in English, Punjabi, and Chinese: ow.ly/zWML50RWYVl
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Living with #KidneyDisease may affect your day-to-day costs or ability to earn income. To learn more about available financial resources and supports, check out our "Managing Finances" webpage: ow.ly/Fewh50UQxjP #KidneyCare #KidneyHealth #Finances
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Would you be interested in providing guidance on BC Renal's patient and family engagement activities? We're currently looking for a #PatientPartner to join our Patient and Family Engagement Advisory Committee! Learn more and apply here: ow.ly/5KMi50UOgn7
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Are you a patient partner who's volunteered with a BC Renal committee or working group? We're currently looking for two #PatientPartners with previous committee experience to join our BC Renal Executive Committee! Deadline to RSVP is February 28th: ow.ly/L07050UBmH8
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