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World Kidney Day
March 13
On March 13th 2025, we invite everyone to celebrate World Kidney Day and advance kidney health education. This years theme is “Are Your Kidneys OK?” -Detect early, protect
kidney health.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is estimated to affect approximately 850 million people worldwide[1]. If left undetected and not treated timely, CKD can progress to kidney failure, leading to severe complications and premature mortality. By 2040, CKD is projected to become the 5th leading cause of years of life lost[2], highlighting the urgent need for global strategies to combat kidney disease.
Populations at high risk for kidney disease should undergo targeted testing.
The major risk factors for kidney disease are:
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Cardiovascular disease
- Obesity
- Family history of kidney disease.
Simple, non-invasive, and cost-effective tests for high-risk populations include:
- Blood pressure measurements to check for hypertension.
- Body Mass Index (BMI), which is an estimation of body fat based on height and weight. BMI can be calculated here.
- Urine test:
- Albumin in urine (Albuminuria) to assess kidney damage. Urinary Albumin-Creatinine Ratio (uACR) is preferrable.
- Blood tests:
- Glycosylated haemoglobin or fasting or random glucose to check for type 2 diabetes.
- Serum creatinine (more accurate if in combination with cystatin C) to estimate Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) and evaluate kidney function.
Early detection policies for individuals at risk should be implemented globally to reduce the healthcare costs associated with kidney failure and improve quality of life.
Lets talk about our experiences with friends, family, colleagues, social media followers and local media – sharing what it is like to live with kidney disease will really help to raise awareness.
#WorldKidneyDay #KidneysMatter #KidneyTransplation #KidneyHealth
Source: 2025 campaign – World Kidney Day 2025