[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 7575]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




          COMMEMORATING THE KIDNEY DIALYSIS SEMINARS KICK-OFF

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                           HON. JOHN H. ADLER

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 6, 2010

  Mr. ADLER of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate 
the Kidney Dialysis Seminars annual `KDS Kick-Off' taking place on May 
6, 2010. KDS is a non-profit organization that provides quality 
motivational education events for patients on dialysis throughout South 
Jersey.
  I would particularly like to honor KDS for their efforts coordinating 
this event, and for their tremendous commitment to educating the 
community about Chronic Kidney Disease and renal disease. The proceeds 
from the event will support its valuable programs, such as motivational 
education seminars and cooking demonstrations to encourage patients to 
adhere to their treatment regimens and enhance their quality of life.
  More than 20 million Americans have chronic kidney disease, which if 
left untreated can lead to End Stage Renal Disease. Complications 
associated with kidney disease are common, but can be reduced if 
appropriate education is provided prior to the onset of renal failure. 
KDS helps people with a number of steps chronic kidney disease patients 
can take to reduce renal failure and better prepare themselves for 
dialysis, including making lifestyle changes, learning about renal 
replacement options, and seeking a compatible kidney donor.
  Kidney disease cannot be reversed, but, with appropriate education, 
its effects can be slowed, improving the quality of life for renal 
patients. Madam Speaker, please join me in applauding the efforts of 
the Kidney Dialysis Seminars organization. I am confident that this 
event will do much to increase support and funding for those whose 
lives are intimately affected by chronic kidney disease.

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