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AAKP proudly recognizes October 19–25 as National Infection Prevention Week, reaffirming our commitment to protecting kidney patients, caregivers, and the professionals who serve them. Infections remain a leading cause of hospitalization and complications for people living with kidney disease, but simple actions—consistent hand hygiene, staying current on recommended vaccinations, safe catheter and access care, proper environmental cleaning, and staying home when ill—saves lives. All week, AAKP will share educational resources, patient voices, and practical tips.

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Featured Resources:

Pocket Guide to Managing Infection Risks for Dialysis Patients with Central Venous Catheter (CVC) Access - If you are on dialysis, particularly hemodialysis, there is an increased risk of infections at the site where the dialysis access is placed. Individuals on long-term dialysis, who have a central venous catheter (CVC) as their form of vascular access are at an increased risk of exposure to Cather-Related Bloodstream Infections (CRBSIs). The Pocket Guide is a tool to help patients and caregivers have more effective dialogue with their healthcare teams.
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CDC Conversation Starter to Prevent Infections in Dialysis Patients
This Conversation Starter is a way for patients and family members to initiate a discussion with dialysis facility staff about steps the facility takes to prevent infections.
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Patient Profile - Fiona McKinney – A Champion for Infection Prevention in Dialysis - Being prepared, informed, and connected will empower you to manage your kidney health. To help support safety awareness for kidney patients, Fiona McKinney, AAKP Ambassador, shares her story of infection prevention. 
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Patient Profile - Putting Safety First: A Home Dialysis Patient and Care Partner’s Journey in Preventing Infections - To help support safety awareness for kidney patients, Jimmie and Dawn Bates, AAKP Ambassadors, share how they work together to prevent infections.
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Article on the LOCK IT-100 study - If you or someone you care for is receiving hemodialysis through a central venous catheter (CVC), there’s encouraging news from a recent medical study that could lead to safer, more effective treatment.
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Dear colleagues,

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is our great honor to invite you to the 45th Annual Meeting of the Korean Society of Nephrology (KSN 2025) which will be held at the COEX, Seoul Korea from June 19 (Thu) to 22 (Sun), 2025.

We successfully hosted the APCN & KSN meeting in 2024 thanks to the solid support and interest of all the members. Under the theme of "Promoting Sustainable Kidney

Health: The Asia-Pacific and Beyond,” APCN & KSN 2024 made significant strides in Green Nephrology, hosting sessions dedicated to sustainable kidney care practices within the framework of an eco-friendly congress. In 2025, we are excited to present yet another impactful event that will meet the growing international interest.

Under the theme “Beyond Challenges, Towards Healthier Kidney”, KSN 2025 is designing the best possible program with high quality scientific sessions that will provide a great opportunity for participants to keep up-to-date with the latest research findings in various fields of nephrology including Plenary Sessions with key opinion leaders in the global nephrology community and joint symposia with related societies.

It is the wish of the KSN to have the privilege to share its experience and knowhow with colleagues from all over the world through KSN 2025. We cordially invite the members of the nephrology community to come and share your valuable expertise with us as well as enjoy all the programs we plan to prepare for you at KSN 2025.

Website: www.ksnmeeting.kr

Important Dates:

• Abstract Submission by March 14 (Fri), 2025
• Abstract Acceptance Notice on April 9 (Wed), 2025
• Early Registration deadline by April 30 (Wed), 2025
• Regular registration deadline by May 30 (Fri), 2025

 If you have any inquiries, please contact the secretariat office (office@ksnmeeting.kr).