On 2022 World Kidney Day, Turkish Kidney Foundation held a press conference.
Professor Rumeyza Kazancioglu (Ms), MD, Nephrology Specialist and President of Bezmialen Vakif University, Istanbul and Timur Erki President of Turkish Kidney Foundation were the speakers.
As Timur Erk welcomed press, he stated the meaning and importance of World Kidney Day, giving statics and facts about CKD and kidney health in Turkey. He explained the reason why Turkish Kidney Foundation focused on;
– Regular annual kidney health check
– Stop using over the counter painkillers and herbal remedies without physician recommendation
– Schedule physician appointment for kidney check 3-6 months after COVID-19 if you were infected
Professor Rumeyza Kazancioglu explained the medical details of the headlines above by giving examples from scientific articles published by American Journal of Nephrology, as well as a recent research conducted by local hospitals.
