We have been friends for over ten years, and we’ve always lived our lives to the full despite me having kidney disease," she says. And in May this year, Giselle’s kidney function dropped to three per cent. The women hope to raise awareness of kidney disease and organ donation by sharing their story. “Kidney function can often be preserved if the problem is detected before it progresses to end-stage kidney disease and is appropriately managed. Limit alcohol consumption: This can help prevent heart disease and high blood pressure, which both increase the risk of kidney disease.

Source: News 24 June 09, 2021 15:11 UTC