Advocacy Activities

Interventional nephrology training responds to the need for better vascular care globally

The global growth of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients has resulted in an increasing number surviving on renal replacement therapy. Hemodialysis remains a predominant form of renal replacement therapy. Providing optimal dialysis vascular access care remains a challenging task. The birth of interventional nephrology represents a field dedicated to understanding and treating complex vascular access...

Join us in London!

ISN is taking part in the European Renal Association - European Dialysis and Transplant Association (ERA-EDTA) congress this week. If you are planning to attend this event in London, come visit us at the ISN exhibition booth (D140) from Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31, 2015. Participate in our draw for three free individual memberships....

World Kidney Day 2015: A great anniversary campaign

World Kidney Day (WKD) 2015 raised awareness about the importance of kidney health in reducing the impact of kidney disease and its associated problems worldwide. Over 560 events were organized in more than 90 countries, including Algeria, New Caledonia, Chad and Ivory Coast. The most active nations were the UK, India, Brazil, Spain, Indonesia,...

ISN position statement on CKDu

ISN has released a position statement on the epidemics of chronic kidney disease of uncertain aetiology (CKDu). CKDu has become a worldwide concern. ISN supports scientific and educational efforts to improve its outcome. ISN’s commitment to the care of people with kidney disease in all parts of the world is reflected in its concern about...