87 - Raising Awareness of National Kidney Month with Dr. Rodrick Stevenson

The kidneys are two detoxification powerhouses in the human body. March is National Kidney Month and a great time to understand how your kidneys work in sickness and health. Dr. Rodrick Stevenson, a general, and transplant surgeon. shares his expertise on kidney disease, kidney failure, and kidney organ transplantation in the US. African Americans, in particular, are at increased risk of developing kidney disease which, in most cases, asymptomatic in the beginning stages. As more and more kidney dialysis centers dot the landscape in inner city communities, we discuss preventive methods to keep your kidneys and other healthy and free of disease.