World Kidney Day—“Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet”, 12 March 2026
12 March marks World Kidney Day 2026, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of kidney health and advocating for the prevention, early detection, and equitable management of kidney diseases across the world. The theme for World Kidney Day 2026, “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet”, underscores the inseparable link between human well-being, kidney health, and planetary sustainability.
Kidneys are vital organs that filter waste and excess fluids, regulate blood pressure, maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, and support overall physiological stability—functions essential for healthy living, disease prevention, and resilient healthcare systems. However, environmental changes, pollution, climate-related risks, and unequal access to care are driving the global burden of kidney disease, with profound impacts on individuals, communities, and public health.
As kidney disorders become more prevalent and underdiagnosed, the world faces growing risks of chronic illness, strained healthcare systems, and widening health inequalities. Promoting kidney health and building people-centered, eco-friendly care models is not only a medical imperative but also a commitment to a sustainable and equitable future for all.
Echoing the mission of advancing kidney health for current and future generations, MDPI’s established journals in the medical and health sciences serve as leading platforms for global scientific exchange. By publishing cutting-edge research, clinical innovations, and sustainable healthcare solutions, MDPI supports worldwide efforts to address kidney diseases and protect the intersection of human health and planetary health.
Join us in celebrating World Kidney Day 2026 and championing initiatives that prioritize kidney health, early screening, equitable care, and environmental stewardship. Together, we can build a future where kidney health is accessible to all, people thrive, and the planet remains protected for generations to come.
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Date: 12 March 2026, 12:00 (CET) |
Date: 12 March 2026, 18:00 (CET) |
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Webinar ID: 827 1459 8486 |
Webinar ID: 812 9109 9546 |
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Speakers: Prof. Dr. Kunitoshi Iseki, Dr. Jing Miao and Saisho Yoshifumi |
Speakers: Dr. Surya Nauli and Professor Yuri Battaglia |
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Free to register for this webinar here! |
Free to register for this webinar here! |
“Diabetes Mellitus and the Increased Risk of Acute Kidney Injury Following Acute Coronary Syndrome”
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“Applying Design Thinking for Co-Designed Health Solutions: A Case Study on Chronic Kidney Disease in Regional Australia”
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Life 2025, 15(5), 786; https://doi.org/10.3390/life15050786
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by Reyhaneh Nazarian, Neil Lin, Sapna Thaker, Rena Yang, Gerard C. L. Wong and Kymora B. Scotland
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“Asymmetric Dimethylarginine (ADMA) as a Novel Risk Factor for Progression of Coronary Artery Calcification in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease”
by Shuzo Kobayashi, Takayasu Ohtake, Yasuhiro Mochida, Kunihiro Ishioka, Machiko Oka, Kyoko Maesato, Hidekazu Moriya and Sumi Hidaka
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(4), 1051; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14041051
“Dietary Choline Deprivation Exacerbates Kidney Injury in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes in Adult Rats”
by Ahmed W. Al-Humadi, Carel W. le Roux, Neil G. Docherty, Werd Al-Najim, Martin Tze Wah Kueh, Andreas C. Lazaris and Charis Liapi
Diabetology 2025, 6(1), 8; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology6010008
“Unraveling Ferroptosis: A New Frontier in Combating Renal Fibrosis and CKD Progression”
by Rui Jin, Yue Dai, Zheng Wang, Qinyang Hu, Cuntai Zhang, Hongyu Gao and Qi Yan
Biology 2025, 14(1), 12; https://doi.org/10.3390/biology14010012
“The Effects of Aldosterone on Hypertension-Associated Kidney Injury in a Tg-hAS Mouse Model”
by Huiying Gu, Zhe Chen, Nicole Du, Sisi Yang, Yongqi Yu and Yansheng Du
Biology 2024, 13(12), 1084; https://doi.org/10.3390/biology13121084
“IgA Nephropathy: What Is New in Treatment Options?”
by Roberto Scarpioni and Teresa Valsania
Kidney Dial. 2024, 4(4), 223-245; https://doi.org/10.3390/kidneydial4040019
“Exploring the Cardiorenal Benefits of SGLT2i: A Comprehensive Review”
by Angelica Cersosimo, Andrea Drera, Marianna Adamo, Marco Metra and Enrico Vizzardi
Kidney Dial. 2024, 4(4), 184-202; https://doi.org/10.3390/kidneydial4040016
“Primary Role of the Kidney in Pathogenesis of Hypertension”
by Gheun-Ho Kim
Life 2024, 14(1), 119; https://doi.org/10.3390/life14010119
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“An Update on Diabetic Kidney Disease: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Treatment” |
“Environmental Public Health Interventions in Chronic Disease Prevention” |
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“Chronic Kidney Diseases: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment” |
“Research Progress in Kidney Diseases” |
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