March is Kidney Disease Awareness Month! Your kidneys, each the size of a computer mouse, work nonstop to filter your blood every 30 minutes, removing waste, toxins, and excess fluids. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a progressive condition that can lead to kidney failure and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and early death. CKD often develops silently, with no noticeable symptoms in its early stages.

• Your kidneys are vital organs that help to keep your blood clean and chemically balanced.
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects more than 35 million people. 90% are undiagnosed and unaware of their condition.
• Kidney disease in its early stages may not cause obvious symptoms, so getting screenings is the only way to know if you have it. Remember, anyone can develop CKD.
• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is more common in African American adults than in Asian or Caucasian adults.

The only way to detect CKD is through blood and urine tests, which measure creatinine levels in the blood and protein in the urine. During the month of March, Hannibal Regional is offering Kidney Screenings for anyone over the age of 18 at a special cash price of $40*. The special cash price is available until March 31, 2025.

Call (573) 629-3500 to schedule a kidney screening.

Our Nephrologist

Nephrology is a branch of medical science that deals with diseases of the kidneys.  Nephrologists play a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic kidney problems and diseases. Kidneys are vital because they filter waste and toxins from the blood, maintaining a balance of water, acid-base, and minerals in the body.