Health Chronicles

Join us in this insightful episode as we explore Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patient education with Michael, the visionary founder of Ayogo. Ayogo is a Canadian Healthcare Technology company that designs user experiences, empowering CKD patients to make informed, confident, and prepared treatment decisions. In this conversation, we explore the unique experiences and innovative approaches that Ayogo brings to CKD patient education. Discover how technology and personalized strategies are transforming the landscape of patient education, creating a more empowering and effective learning experience for those managing CKD. Email [email protected] if you have any questions or are interested in accessing Ayogo's CKD LifePlan!

It's been about three months since we all got together to record, and with May being Mental Health Awareness month, we wanted to focus on mental health as kidney transplant recipients. Whether it be stress, medication-induced anxiety, or general fear, it is essential to discuss your feelings and recognize when you need help! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @HealthChroniclesPodcast Thank you for tuning in!

Our special guest this episode is Dr. Hamna, a pediatrician and mother of 3, including her young son who was diagnosed with Hydronephrosis. She is passionate about providing a holistic approach in treating all her patients. In this episode, Dr. Hamna provides her insights on how to communicate a diagnosis, ways a caregiver can find support, and how to prioritize self care. Tune-in to hear Dr. Hamna’s perspective on patient care, her insights caring for her son, and her holistic practice/tips! To connect with Dr. Hamna, check out her YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@Doctor.Mama.H

Our first episode of 2023 is with Vanessa, a fellow kidney transplant recipient of 5 years and a pilot by profession. Our conversation focuses on how to prepare for a flight, what to pack, the importance of making time for your health and rest when you land, how to advocate for yourself and what our favorite destinations have been to date!

Bacterial infections can seem harmless and common, however, if left undiagnosed can leave your body in sepsis. We discuss our own experiences suffering from a bacterial infection that left us hospitalized because of a late diagnosis. Our goal is to share our experience and provide information for others to learn preventative measures that can help. 

In this episode, we discuss Kidney disease portrayal in media and how celebrities and social media have brought awareness to the cause. We will delve into the narrative portrayed in media and how we as patients choose to take the lead in sharing our narrative to normalize CKD and transplantation. The questions we address are: why do we choose to share our story? what responsibility do we have as patients to share our experience, and how can we all bring awareness to the cause in our way? Tune in to join us on this discussion and share with us your thoughts :) 

Hello everyone! This week, we are joined by Carol Urquidez, the founder of the Kidney Quest Foundation. When Carol first started her foundation,  she had one goal in mind- to support kidney patients. Years later, her foundation continues to support patients globally through their outreach programs, events and social work. We discuss her foundation, their efforts and she provides insight on how to start your very own foundation or support group. Thank you so much for joining us this week! Learn more about Carol and her on social media! Instagram: @KidneyQuestionFoundation Don't forget to follow us on IG @healthchronicalpodcast. We hope you enjoy this episode!

We're back after almost 2 months - thank you listeners for your patience! In this episode we share what's been keeping each of us busy and how we have been coping with the overwhelming periods of our lives. 

Often times, social workers are the backbone of the healthcare system. They coordinate appointments, post care, provide resources for financial assistance and much more! They truly go out of their way to assist patients in any way that they can. Being that March is National Social Work month, it is only right that we include a conversation with one! Today, we speak with social worker Hina Franklin on the health care system, resources for patients, end-of-life care and much more! Hina, who is also co-host Hiral Patel's sister, also discusses her sister's diagnosis and provides advice to others on how to cope and support an ill family member. We hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to follow us on Instagram- @HealthChroniclesPodcast!

Let's dive into Romantic Relationships as we share our experiences dating including successes, obstacles, and recommendations. It can be a challenge at times to live with chronic illness and find a partner that you can be vulnerable with, so we have tips to support you in overcoming this challenge. Tune in and hear more of our experiences with dating in this episode.  Shout to @worldkidneyday as we celebrate kidney awareness month :)