Global Kidney Center

11/07/2025

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Global Kidney Center will proudly collaborate with Boynton Chapel Methodist Church for a Neighborhood Block Party & Community Health Fair in the heart of the Third Ward.

This community event will be filled with food, music, family fun, and free health resources — and we’ll be there doing what we do best:
✅ Blood Pressure Checks
✅ PAD Screenings
✅ Sharing education, care, and compassion

Event Details:
📍 Boynton Chapel Methodist Church
2812 Milby Street, Houston, TX 77004
🕣 Arrival: 8:30 a.m. for setup
🕐 Event Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

We want to make an impact beyond our walls and connect with the community we serve every day. Please come and join us to show your support and get health screenings.

Contact us for a visit with Global Kidney Center. Our Nephrologists (Kidney Doctors) are ready to serve you. Global Kidney Center is your preferred kidney center in Houston, TX

11/05/2025

🌟 Protect Your Kidneys & Heart 🌟
Topic: Managing Cholesterol

✅ Did you know? People with CKD are at higher risk of heart attack and stroke, even if cholesterol levels don’t look “too high.”

📌 Statins and other cholesterol-lowering medications can protect your heart and blood vessels — a key step in CKD care.

👉 Ask your doctor:
“Do I need a cholesterol-lowering medicine to protect my heart and kidneys?”

🌱 Keeping your cholesterol under control is just as important as controlling blood pressure and blood sugar.

📍 Learn more at Global Kidney Center.

https://www.globalkidneycenter.com/

Contact us for a visit with Global Kidney Center. Our Nephrologists (Kidney Doctors) are ready to serve you. Global Kidney Center is your preferred kidney center in Houston, TX

10/28/2025

🌟 Protect Your Kidneys & Heart 🌟
Topic: Healthy Weight & CKD

✅ Did you know? Being overweight makes your kidneys work harder, raises blood pressure, and worsens diabetes.

📌 Even a 5–10% weight loss can improve kidney function, lower proteinuria, and reduce heart risk.

🥗 Combine a healthy diet + regular activity for long-term success.

👉 Ask your doctor or dietitian about a safe plan that works for you.

🌱 Small steady changes go a long way for kidney health.

Here at GKC, we offer Global Lean Life, our weight loss program, where we revolutionize weight loss with cutting-edge solutions. Our program harnesses the power of Semaglutide and Tirzepatide injections, alongside comprehensive lifestyle support, to guide you towards a healthier, leaner you.

📍 For support, visit us at Global Kidney Center
https://www.globalkidneycenter.com/ and https://www.globalleanlife.com/

10/27/2025

🌟 Protect Your Kidneys & Heart 🌟
Topic: Taking Your Medications as Prescribed

✅ Did you know? Missing doses of your blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney medications can make them much less effective — and speed up CKD progression.

📌 Even when you feel well, your medicines are working silently to protect your kidneys and heart.

👉 Tips to stay on track:

Use a pillbox

Set reminders on your phone

Refill before you run out

🌱 Consistency is key to keeping your kidneys healthier, longer.

📍 Need help managing your meds? Come see us at Global Kidney Center.

09/09/2025

🌟 Protect Your Kidneys & Heart 🌟
Topic: Blood Sugar & CKD Progression

✅ Did you know? High blood sugar damages the tiny filters in your kidneys and increases your risk of heart disease.

📌 Target A1c: Most people with diabetes and CKD should aim for an A1c around 7%, but your exact goal may differ based on your health.

💊 Newer diabetes medications (like SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists) don’t just lower blood sugar — they can also protect your kidneys and heart.

👉 Ask your P*P or nephrologist:
“Am I on diabetes medications that help protect my kidneys and heart?”

🌱 Controlling blood sugar is one of the strongest tools to slow CKD progression.

📍 Visit us at Global Kidney Center to learn more.

09/05/2025

🌟 Slowing CKD & Heart Disease Progression 🌟
Focus: Blood Pressure & Proteinuria Control

✅ Did you know? Keeping your blood pressure under control is one of the most powerful ways to protect your kidneys and your heart.

📌 Goal Blood Pressure in CKD: According to expert guidelines (KDIGO & KDOQI), the target is less than 130 / less than 80 mmHg for all kidney patients — whether you have diabetes or not.

💊 Not all blood pressure medications work the same.
Some lower your pressure only, while others also reduce protein in the urine (proteinuria) and protect your kidneys long-term.

👉 Ask your P*P or Nephrologist:
“Am I on a blood pressure medicine that protects my kidneys too?”

🌱 Keeping your blood pressure controlled and reducing proteinuria can slow CKD progression and protect your heart.

📍 For more support and personalized care, visit us at Global Kidney Center.
https://www.globalkidneycenter.com/

Contact us for a visit with Global Kidney Center. Our Nephrologists (Kidney Doctors) are ready to serve you. Global Kidney Center is your preferred kidney center in Houston, TX

08/11/2025

🩺💡 Do You Know the Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? 💡🩺
CKD is a silent condition that progresses over time—but early detection and expert care can make all the difference.
The first step in our series on slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and protecting cardiovascular health is 🚭 SMOKING CESSATION 🚭

🚭 Smoking & Your Kidneys – Why Quitting Matters!

Smoking isn’t just bad for your lungs — it’s a major risk factor for heart disease and can speed up the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Quitting smoking can help protect your heart, slow kidney damage, and improve your overall health.

💡 How to start your quit journey:
1️⃣ Believe you can quit — mindset matters.
2️⃣ Talk to your healthcare provider to create a personalized plan.
3️⃣ The night before you quit, throw away all ci******es, lighters, and ashtrays.
4️⃣ Remember — 1 pack/day costs about $3,000/year 💵
5️⃣ Visit SmokeFree.gov for free tools and support.

Your kidneys and your heart will thank you.
If you or your loved ones struggle with smoking cessation, Global Kidney Center is here to help you protect your kidney health and your heart health. 💙

08/01/2025

🔥🦶 Living with Refractory Gout? You’re Not Alone. 🦶🔥

Gout can be one of the most painful forms of arthritis. While following a low-uric acid diet—limiting red meat, shellfish, alcohol, and sugary drinks—can help reduce flares, diet alone isn’t always enough.

👉 That’s because gout isn’t just about food—it also has a strong genetic component, and some people are simply more prone to frequent and severe flares.

💡 If you have more than 2 gout flares a year despite lifestyle changes, it’s time to seek help.
At Global Kidney Center, we specialize in:
✅ Evaluating and treating refractory and recurrent gout
✅ Optimizing medications to lower uric acid safely
✅ Preventing long-term complications for your kidneys and joints

📞 Don’t let gout control your life. Visit us today and take the next step toward lasting relief.

Visit us at https://www.globalkidneycenter.com/

07/30/2025

🩺💡 Do You Know the Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? 💡🩺
CKD is a silent condition that progresses over time—but early detection and expert care can make all the difference.

🔢 CKD has 5 stages, from mild (Stage 1) to complete kidney failure (Stage 5).
Many people don’t know they have kidney disease until it’s advanced.

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ That’s where a nephrologist comes in.
We help by:
✅ Monitoring kidney function with labs and imaging
✅ Identifying and treating causes like high blood pressure or diabetes
✅ Creating personalized plans to slow or prevent progression
✅ Educating you about your options—including dialysis and transplant, if needed

📣 Stay tuned!
We’re launching a series of posts on how to prevent and delay progression of CKD—because protecting your kidneys is our mission.

💙 Your kidneys matter. Let’s take care of them—together.

07/24/2025

🧂💔 Too Much Salt Can Hurt More Than Just Your Taste Buds 💔🧂
A low-salt diet isn’t just about flavor—it’s about protecting your blood pressure, kidneys, and heart.

🔹 Excess salt = higher blood pressure
🔹 High blood pressure = strain on your heart and kidneys
🔹 Over time, this can lead to heart disease, stroke, and chronic kidney disease

💡 Here’s how a low-sodium diet helps:
✅ Lowers blood pressure naturally
✅ Reduces risk of kidney damage
✅ Protects your heart
✅ Improves overall health and energy

Your kidneys and heart will thank you. ❤️💙

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07/18/2025

🧂❌ Let’s Talk Salt & Blood Pressure ❌🧂
Too much salt in your diet can raise your blood pressure and increase your risk of heart and kidney problems.

Here are 8 easy ways to cut down on salt and take control of your health:

1️⃣ Skip the salt shaker—no added salt during cooking or at the table
2️⃣ Limit fast food and processed meals (they’re loaded with hidden sodium!)
3️⃣ Read food labels—compare sodium content before buying
4️⃣ Watch out for MSG (monosodium glutamate) in packaged foods
5️⃣ Try salt substitutes like AlsoSalt or Mrs. Dash
6️⃣ Avoid salty condiments like soy sauce, pickles, and teriyaki sauce
7️⃣ Reduce portion sizes of canned or cured meats
8️⃣ Flavor your meals with herbs and spices instead of salt 🌿🌶️

🌟 Small changes = big impact on your blood pressure and kidney health!

Your kidneys will thank you.

07/08/2025

📽️💡 Exciting News from Global Kidney Center! 💡📽️
We’re launching a series of educational videos to help you better understand and manage Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

🎬 Topics will include:
✔️ What the different stages of CKD mean
✔️ How to prevent progression of kidney disease
✔️ Understanding dialysis options
✔️ Learning about the transplant process
✔️ And more!

At Global Kidney Center, we believe that education empowers patients—and we are dedicated to walking with you every step of the way on your kidney health journey.

💙 Whether you're newly diagnosed or exploring treatment options, we're here to provide clear, compassionate, and comprehensive care—today and every day.

📢 Stay tuned for our videos—coming soon!