Patients and Families: National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

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Know your kidneys

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is committed to leading the fight against kidney disease. Through our patient and family resource center, we help communities affected by kidney disease find the information and references they need.

We make it easier for patients and their loved ones to find physicians, learn about treatment options, and navigate knotty concerns like insurance, diet, and establishing an emotional support network.

Know Your Kidneys

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intro to your kidneys

• What do your kidneys do >>

• Why are your kidneys important >>

• Important terms and vocabulary >>

about kidney disease

• What is chronic kidney disease >>

• Chronic kidney disease facts >>

• Kidney disease symptoms >

prevention

• Proactive approach to health >>

• Simple testing >>

• Diabetes & high blood pressure >>

• Risk factors for CKD >>

• Attend a free NKFI screening >>

facing kidney disease

• Newly diagnosed, get organized >>

• Your doctors and you >>

• Insurance resources >>

• Find a peer mentor >>

Free Heath Screenings

ATTEND A FREE
HEALTH SCREENING

Throughout the year, the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois hosts a series of free, kidney health screening events. Conducted from our one-of-a-kind KidneyMobile, these screenings take place all across the state of Illinois.

Register for an upcoming screening today, and make a plan to learn about your risk for kidney disease, and take charge of your health.

Sat, Jul 12
Palos Hills Christian Assembly | Palos Hills, IL
Palos Hills Christian Assembly
Register Now
Jul 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Palos Hills Christian Assembly, 10600 88th Ave, Palos Hills, IL 60465
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Wed, Jul 16
Pullman Wheelworks (Management Office) | Chicago, IL
Pullman Wheelworks (Management Office)
Register Now
Jul 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT
Pullman Wheelworks (Management Office), 901 E 104th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Fri, Jul 18
Hindu Mandir of Lake County | Grayslake, IL
Hindu Mandir of Lake County
Register Now
Jul 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Hindu Mandir of Lake County, 20444 W Peterson Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Jul 19
BCBSIL Blue Door Neighborhood Center | Chicago, IL
BCBSIL Blue Door Neighborhood Center
Register Now
Jul 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT
BCBSIL Blue Door Neighborhood Center, 2551 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Wed, Jul 23
Hanover Township Senior Center | Bartlett, IL
Hanover Township Senior Center
Register Now
Jul 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Hanover Township Senior Center, 240 Illinois Rte 59, Bartlett, IL 60103
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Thu, Jul 31
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago | Chicago, IL
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago
Register Now
Jul 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago, 204 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Aug 02
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) - Hermann Hall | Chicago, IL
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT)
Register Now
Aug 02, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) , 3241 S Federal St, Chicago, IL 60616
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Fri, Aug 08
West Englewood Library | Chicago, IL
West Englewood Library
Register Now
Aug 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
West Englewood Library, 1745 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60636
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sun, Aug 10
Illinois State Fairgrounds-Illinois Senior Building | Springfield, IL
Illinois State Fairgrounds-IL Senior Bld
Register Now
Aug 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Illinois State Fairgrounds-IL Senior Bld, 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Mon, Aug 11
Illinois State Fairgrounds-Illinois Senior Building | Springfield, IL
Illinois State Fairgrounds-IL Senior Bld
Register Now
Aug 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Illinois State Fairgrounds-IL Senior Bld, 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Wed, Aug 20
St. Zachary Parish | Des Plaines, IL
St. Zachary Parish
Register Now
Aug 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
St. Zachary Parish, 576 W Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Aug 30
Oak Lawn Public Library | Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn Public Library
Register Now
Aug 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Sep 06
Life Church | Chicago Heights, IL
Life Church
Register Now
Sep 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Life Church, 925 MacArthur Dr, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Fri, Sep 12
San Miguel Community Center | Chicago, IL
San Miguel Community Center
Register Now
Sep 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
San Miguel Community Center, 1936 W 48th St, Chicago, IL 60609
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Sep 20
Valley Kingdom Ministries | Oak Forest, IL
Valley Kingdom Ministries
Register Now
Sep 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Valley Kingdom Ministries, 5217 149th St, Oak Forest, IL 60452
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Oct 04
National Hook Up of Black Women, Inc. | Joliet, IL
National Hook Up of Black Women, Inc.
Register Now
Oct 04, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
National Hook Up of Black Women, Inc., 1705 Richards St, Joliet, IL 60433
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Sat, Oct 11
BCBSIL Eastview Christian Church | Normal, IL
BCBSIL Eastview Christian Church
Register Now
Oct 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
BCBSIL Eastview Christian Church, 1500 Airport Rd, Normal, IL 61761
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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Tue, Oct 21
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago | Chicago, IL
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago
Register Now
Oct 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago, 204 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
Attend this free, kidney-health screening and learn about your risk for kidney disease. Please note: registration is NOT necessary to attend. If you would like to register, we will send you an e-mail reminder about your plans to attend a day before the event.
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