Kidney Disease Can Affect Anyone Kidney disease doesn’t care if you work out, if you’re young, or if you eat healthy. People in communities of color are between 1.5-5 times more likely to develop kidney failure than white Americans. Knowing the signs and symptoms of kidney disease and talking about your risks with your doctor can help you catch it early on. Detecting kidney disease early can help prevent kidney failure and improve your quality of life. Learn more about what steps you can take and how you can talk to your doctor about your kidney health. Plus, hear from real patients and get the facts about kidney disease. D.B. Marshall seemed like the picture of health in his late 20s, but was stopped in his tracks one day after randomly fainting. He never thought kidney disease would be the underlying reason. Learn more about his inspiring story. Meet D.B. 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 The Many Faces of Kidney Disease 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 Billy K. “Know that you do not deserve this and it is not your fault. Love those around you for their utmost gracious support.” Read Billy’s Story Adriana D. “I learned to cope and enjoy the little things. I appreciate so much more than prior to this terrible illness.” Read Adriana’s Story