Kidney Disease Can Affect Anyone Kidney disease doesn’t care if you’re young, work out, or eat healthy. It doesn’t even care if you’re an NBA All-Star. Alonzo Mourning had just won a gold medal at the 2000 Olympics when he first showed signs of kidney disease. Had it not been for his pre-season physical, Alonzo says he would’ve continued to ignore his symptoms. 1 in 8 Black Americans are at risk for a genetic form of kidney disease. Knowing this, Alonzo stresses: “It’s important for us to not be afraid of going to the doctor, that you prioritize going to the doctor at least once per year.” Understanding Kidney Disease: Myth vs. Fact Think you know everything about kidney disease? Think again. Learn More Does Kidney Disease Run in Your Family? Find out if you’re at risk for kidney disease — and what to do if you are. Learn More Talk to Your Doctor About Your Kidney Health Learn the signs and symptoms of kidney disease. Learn More Kidney Disease FAQs Get the answers to all your kidney disease questions. Learn More Finding the Right Doctor Learn what qualities you should look for in your healthcare provider. Learn More The Many Faces of Kidney Disease Aries Merritt “I kept [my diagnosis] private for such a long time, and I was like ‘Look, this is killing me on the inside. I can’t do this anymore.’“ Watch Video Quin Taylor “I knew plenty about kidney disease because my dad was a dialysis patient, but it was very different becoming the patient myself.” Read Quin’s Story Kevin Mott “For me, it was just doing whatever I could to take care of myself. Just trying to strike that balance between being responsible about my health and making sure that I’m enjoying life.” Read Kevin’s Story Patrick Gee “I have been on the receiving end of racial and social microaggressions such as ‘You don’t look as sick as all of my other Black patients.‘” Read Patrick’s Story