SKH Health Talk - Stay Ahead of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Early Detection and Prevention

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term condition where the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluid from the blood. It often develops silently- many people may not notice symptoms until the disease has progressed.

This educational session aims to raise awareness on CKD, its causes and how early detection and lifestyle changes can help protect your kidneys.

Through this session, participants will:

1. Understand what the kidneys do and what CKD is.
2. Recognise the rising trend of CKD in Singapore.
3. Identify common causes and symptoms of CKD.
4. Learn how doctors check for CKD.
5. Discover practical ways to reduce the risk of kidney disease.
6. Understand the importance of regular follow up and medication compliance. 

Join us to learn how you and your loved ones can take simple steps to protect your kidneys and stay healthy! 

慢性肾病（CKD） 是一种长期疾病，肾脏功能会逐渐下降，无法有效过滤体内的废物与多余水分。此疾病早期通常没有明显症状，许多人在病情加重后才发现。

本讲座旨在帮助大家认识慢性肾病的成因与预防方法，让您了解早期发现与日常保健的重要性。

参加这次的讲座，您将能：

1. 了解肾脏的功能与慢性肾病的定义。
2. 认识新加坡慢性肾病的上升趋势。
3. 识别常见的肾病原因与症状。
4. 了解医生如何检测肾脏功能。
5. 掌握降低肾病风险的生活方法。
6. 理解复诊与遵从服药指示的重要性。

欢迎您与家人一同参加，学习如何保护肾脏，守护健康！