Important Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Your Health

COVID-19 Updates
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Understanding the Facts About COVID-19 Vaccines
view | download | Spanish The best way to protect yourself and those around you is to get fully vaccinated and continue following safety guidelines. Talk to your care team about receiving the vaccine during your next in-center appointment. -
A Letter From Our Experts
view | download | Spanish The COVID-19 pandemic has lasted far longer than anyone thought possible. With variants continuing to spread quickly, it is more important than ever for us all to stay safe and protect ourselves. Learn more about how vaccination with two or more booster doses lowered the risk of death from COVID-19. -
COVID-19 Vaccines Receive FDA Authorizations (podcast)
listen now Explore the groundbreaking science behind the emergency approval of the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines on our Field Notes podcast. -
Booster Shots for People with CKD (podcast)
listen now Hear Dr. Jeffrey Hymes explain why boosters are necessary, why they are safe, and why they are so effective at protecting our patients.
Protecting your health as you continue dialysis treatment
We are taking significant steps to reduce the chance of transmission of COVID-19 both in our dialysis centers and for any home visits. To learn how we’re working to keep you safe, please see our policies and procedures both for people on dialysis and for our care teams.
If you’re on in-center dialysis during COVID-19
If you’re on home dialysis during COVID-19
4 steps you can take to stay safe
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that people with underlying medical conditions—including people with chronic kidney disease or on dialysis, people with diabetes, and people ages 65 and older—are at high risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
Following these simple steps can limit your exposure to COVID-19 infection:
- Stay home as much as possible
The best way to stay safe is to avoid being around people who are sick with COVID-19 or carrying COVID-19 and not showing any symptoms. If you must go out for dialysis or medical appointments, follow the guidelines for social distancing and stay at least 6 feet away from other people at all times. - Wash your hands often
Use soap and water, and wash for at least 40–60 seconds. If soap isn’t available, use a hand sanitizer that’s at least 60% alcohol.
Proper handwashing technique
- Stock up on medications, food, and supplies
Make sure you have enough medications, kidney-friendly food, and medical supplies to last you 6 days. It’s best to have these items delivered to your home so you can avoid going out. You can also ask a friend or family member to help you get what you need.
FIND OUT HOW TO GET PREPARED - Get support when you need it
If you need help at any time, please reach out to your social worker or another care team member to get the answers or assistance you need. We are here for you!
LEARN HOW YOUR SOCIAL WORKER CAN HELP
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH WITH THE COVID-19 VACCINE!
KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE

WHAT TO DO IF YOU THINK YOU ARE SICK
REMEMBER TO WASH YOUR HANDS:
- Every time you blow your nose, cough, or sneeze
- After you use the restroom
- Before you eat or prepare food
- After contact with pets
- Before and after caring for another person
How COVID-19 affects people with kidney disease
TIPS FOR CARE PARTNER SAFETY DURING COVID-19
Frequent questions about COVID-19 and kidney disease
COVID-19 HOME CARE TIPS
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