Patients and Families: National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

Overview

kidney basics

resources, education, and help

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.

mié 23 de jul
Hanover Township Senior Center | Bartlett, IL
Hanover Township Senior Center
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23 jul 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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jue 31 de jul
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago | Chicago, IL
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago
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31 jul 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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sáb 02 de ago
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) - Hermann Hall | Chicago, IL
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT)
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02 ago 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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vie 08 de ago
West Englewood Library | Chicago, IL
West Englewood Library
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08 ago 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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dom 10 de ago
Illinois State Fairgrounds-Illinois Senior Building | Springfield, IL
Illinois State Fairgrounds-IL Senior Bld
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10 ago 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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lun 11 de ago
Illinois State Fairgrounds-Illinois Senior Building | Springfield, IL
Illinois State Fairgrounds-IL Senior Bld
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11 ago 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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mié 20 de ago
St. Zachary Parish | Des Plaines, IL
St. Zachary Parish
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20 ago 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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sáb 30 de ago
Oak Lawn Public Library | Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn Public Library
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30 ago 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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vie 12 de sep
San Miguel Community Center | Chicago, IL
San Miguel Community Center
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12 sep 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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sáb 20 de sep
Valley Kingdom Ministries | Oak Forest, IL
Valley Kingdom Ministries
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20 sep 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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lun 22 de sep
Crawford County Health Department | Robinson, IL
Crawford County Health Department
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22 sep 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
Crawford County Health Department, 202 Christopher Blvd, Robinson, IL 62454
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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vie 03 de oct
Life Church | Chicago Heights, IL
Life Church
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03 oct 2025, 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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sáb 04 de oct
National Hook Up of Black Women, Inc. | Joliet, IL
National Hook Up of Black Women, Inc.
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04 oct 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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jue 09 de oct
Moline Township Activity Center | Moline, IL
Moline Township Activity Center
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09 oct 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. GMT-5
Moline Township Activity Center, 620 18th St, Moline, IL 61265
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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vie 10 de oct
Peoria Friendship House - GYM | Peoria, IL
Peoria Friendship House - GYM
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10 oct 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
Peoria Friendship House - GYM, 800 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, IL 61603
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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sáb 11 de oct
BCBSIL Eastview Christian Church | Normal, IL
BCBSIL Eastview Christian Church
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11 oct 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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mar 21 de oct
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago | Chicago, IL
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago
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21 oct 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-5
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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jue 06 de nov
Malcolm X College | Chicago, IL
Malcolm X College
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06 nov 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. GMT-6
Malcolm X College, 1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
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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