Let’s Talk Health: Why Your Kidneys Matter with Gerald Quigley

Did you know you can lose up to 90% of your kidney function before you feel unwell?   In this Stars and Stories episode, MJ is joined by pharmacist and master herbalist Gerald Quigley for a serious (and seriously important) chat about kidney health — and why now is the time to get yours checked.   With kidney disease now a full-blown health crisis in Australia, this episode explores: ✔️ Why your kidneys matter (and what they actually do) ✔️ How kidney disease can go undetected for years ✔️ Why early detection is critical — and what the test involves ✔️ The realities of dialysis and transplant waitlists ✔️ The life-saving importance of becoming an organ donor   Learn more on Stars and Stories. ----more----   Stars and Stories Broadcasting straight from the heart of Remote Communities, Black Star Radio brings a fresh twist to local radio with stories, music, and connections that matter. Powered by Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media (QRAM), we’re here to amplify voices, celebrate culture, and bring you the latest from Far North Queensland. Learn more: https://blackstarradio.com.au   Meet Gerald Gerald Quigley is a practising Community Pharmacist, as well as an Accredited Herbalist. Gerald is a Pharmacist and Master Herbalist based in Melbourne. He is a media health commentator heard each week on many radio stations.    He is co-hosts the House of Wellness radio program heard each Sunday on the Nine Radio Network live across Australia.  Gerald is a Fellow of the Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia and Fellow of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society.  Gerald’s passion is to empower each person to make sensible health decisions, and to continually maintain and improve their quality of life, especially as they age.