This year, we were excited to welcome six incredible campers to Kidney Camp for a week filled with fun, friendship, and learning. Campers challenged themselves through activities like archery, rope climbing, dancing, poetry, and team sports while building confidence and creating lasting memories. They also participated in hands-on kidney health activities, including a water intake challenge where teams answered kidney and non-kidney trivia questions to earn water and fill their bucket,...

Elizabeth Crider, June 15, 2026 MURPHYSBORO, Ill. — The Jackson County Health Department will partner with the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois to offer free kidney and diabetes screenings to community members at the JCHD Back Building from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 18. According to a release from JCHD, screenings are available to adults 18 years of age and older. While walk ins are welcome, preregistration is strongly recommended. Many health professionals refer to Chronic Kidney...

Well-Being in the Kidney Disease Journey: Care, Connection, and Resilience This meaningful conversation is to help create a supportive and welcoming space for the kidney community. We hope the session provides encouragement, valuable insights, and a reminder of the importance of connection and emotional well-being throughout the kidney disease journey. A special thank you to our speakers, Cassandra Wilson, NP, and Dr. Leah Howell, for sharing their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives on...