https://www.PR.com/ Latest news releases from PR.com for Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:36:31 -0400 © 2026 PR.com 60 en-us https://www.PR.com/images/logo_white.jpg https://www.PR.com/ 68 69 PR.com provides press release distribution, and is a unique directory of businesses, products and services. Find full company profiles. https://www.pr.com/press-release/659446 Wed, 24 Feb 2016 20:30:00 -0500 The Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada’s first annual dinner-dance benefiting Canadian research on polycystic kidney disease (PKD) raised more than $6,000 – the highest amount by any chapter’s debut fundraiser for the charity. This spring, the Hamilton Chapter will be stepping up again to try and top $7,000 at its HOPe FOR A CURE in March – National Kidney Month. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/659446 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/607117 Wed, 25 Feb 2015 03:00:00 -0500 On March 1st, Hamiltonians Jessica Gold and Arie Pekar will share true stories of tribulation and triumph on their personal journeys to getting the gift of life. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/607117 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/601588 Tue, 20 Jan 2015 07:45:00 -0500 Wondering which type of dialysis is right for you? Dr. Catherine Clase will introduce the different types of dialysis, and discuss their benefits and disadvantages in a public presentation on Jan. 25 in Hamilton. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/601588 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/580368 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 03:00:00 -0400 Nephrologists are working towards an improved understanding of how to prevent the progression of kidney disease. Dr. Scott Brimble will discuss potential new therapies for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and polycystic liver disease. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/580368 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/558391 Fri, 16 May 2014 03:00:00 -0400 Putting fluid into the peritoneal cavity for dialysis leads to an increase in intra-abdominal pressure. Occasionally, this can lead to complications such as hernias. Dr. Joanne Bargman, FRCPC, will provide insights on an unusual subject that is not so uncommon for dialysis patients. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/558391 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/544954 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 00:17:00 -0500 What are ethics and how do they affect organ donation and transplantation? Should Ontario adopt an opt-out model of consent for organ donation? How young is too young to be a living donor? What's wrong with "transplant tourism?" Michael Campbell will address these questions and more. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/544954 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/515998 Mon, 16 Sep 2013 12:27:00 -0400 Brain aneurysms are more common among Polycystic Kidney Disease patients than in the general population. According to Dr. Ivan Radovanovic, a neurosurgery professor at Toronto Western Hospital, understanding the genetic aspect better could lead to stroke prevention for all. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/515998 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/503088 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 03:00:00 -0400 A good nutrition plan is vital for people living with chronic kidney disease. How much caffeine should you really have? What foods are best? The "Kidney Nutrition Essentials and Today's Trends" webinar helps answer these questions and more. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/503088 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/492012 Sat, 18 May 2013 03:00:00 -0400 A polycystic liver can go hand-in-hand with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). How does the polycystic liver happen and what can be done about it? This free webinar and talk will help you better understand what causes the polycystic liver, its effects, and how to manage the disease. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/492012 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/478458 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 03:00:00 -0400 The Executive Director of the PKD Foundation of Canada, Jeff Robertson, will talk about living organ donation and how to start a conversation about the process. During March, the PKD Foundation of Canada is actively encouraging everyone to register to be an organ or tissue donor. One donor can save eight lives. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/478458 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/467044 Fri, 18 Jan 2013 03:00:00 -0500 Lori, a Polycystic Kidney Disease patient, knows that living a healthy life is important. Her personal story offers chronic kidney disease patients some helpful hints for living well. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/467044 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/367944 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 08:30:00 -0500 Hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation of Canada, Dr. Russell, MD, FCRP, will review the historical development of transplantation, how it works, and the benefits in terms of quality of life and longevity. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/367944 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/354448 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 03:00:00 -0400 First annual Walk for PKD in Guelph raises over $4,800 for Canadian research on polycystic kidney disease (PKD). [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/354448 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/349333 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:28:03 -0400 Nephrologists Peter Margetts, MD PhD FRCPC, and Andreas Pierratos, MD FRCP, will participate in a panel discussion on peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada on September 4, 2011. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/349333 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/345658 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 03:00:00 -0400 Todd Dennis will participate in the PKD Foundation of Canada’s nation-wide efforts to raise more than CDN$60,000 for research on polycystic kidney disease in 2011. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/345658 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada https://www.pr.com/press-release/334573 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 09:01:00 -0400 Renowned nephrology expert Dr. Alistair Ingram gives a talk on polycystic kidney disease (PKD) at the launch of the brand new Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada, a registered non-profit organization. The Hamilton Chapter offers local support and education, and raises funds for PKD research. [PR.com] https://www.pr.com/press-release/334573 Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada