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Ontario Renal Network Blog

Blog Posts for CCO Blog Team

Nate B
Insights & Perspectives

From chronic illness to chronic motivation

CCO Blog Team
Nate B, Patient & Family AdvisorNate B. has chronic kidney disease and has been on dialysis since 2014. But he doesn't look or act like someone who is ill ...
Nov 06, 2019
Jane Ridley
Our Work

Beyond “fine”: New tools help patients and providers talk about CKD symptoms

CCO Blog Team
For many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), feeling unwell can be commonplace. The symptoms associated with CKD and dialysis can come on so gradually that ...
Sep 10, 2019
Vivian B.
Insights & Perspectives

Talking about goals of care

CCO Blog Team
When Vivian B.’s husband’s kidneys failed in 2013, the couple had no knowledge of kidney disease, dialysis or the effect both would have on his life. Although Gerry ...
Jul 24, 2019
Our Work

KidneyWise Clinical Toolkit update: What you need to know

CCO Blog Team
Early identification and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is important. It helps to prevent progression to more advanced stages that require renal ...
Nov 14, 2018
Our Partners and the System

Human Touch Awards honour Ontario’s champions in kidney care

CCO Blog Team
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects thousands of people across Ontario, and receiving treatment can be an overwhelming experience.Dialysis can be demanding as it ...
Sep 11, 2018
Ontario Renal Network website
Our Work

Rediscover the Ontario Renal Network website

CCO Blog Team
Welcome to our redesigned website, which will help you find up-to-date information about renal care in Ontario and the Ontario Renal Network.Redesigned to be ...
Aug 07, 2018
Culture & Careers

Employee profile: Marc Hebert takes it one step at a time

CCO Blog Team
For Marc Hebert, whether assessing the complex healthcare needs of a First Nations community or preparing for a hike in the Smoky Mountains, his approach is the ...
May 16, 2018
Insights & Perspectives

Dreams of motherhood come true for woman on dialysis

CCO Blog Team
At age 22, Matti Y. had her future planned. She and her fiancé, Jordan, would get married, enjoy a carefree life for a couple of years and then start having “a ...
May 16, 2018