Residents of Toulon, France, will have an opportunity to learn more about kidney health and receive screened for kidney disease during a special event on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The event, hosted by the Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Toulon – La Seyne-sur-Mer, aims to raise awareness about chronic kidney disease, a condition that often goes undetected until it reaches an advanced stage.
The health initiative, part of the National Kidney Week, will take place from 9 a.m. To 1 p.m. In the hall of Sainte-Musse Hospital. Attendees can access information booths, undergo screenings, and receive practical advice on maintaining kidney health. Early detection is crucial, as chronic kidney disease affects nearly one in ten people in France and can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.
Professionals will be on hand to answer questions and discuss risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and excessive salt and protein intake. The event underscores the importance of preventative care and adopting a healthy lifestyle to protect kidney function.
A novel website dedicated to kidney health, https://monrein.drci-ght83.fr/index.html, has also been launched. Developed by the Dialysis and Nephrology Therapeutic Education team and the Clinical Research and Innovation Delegation – GHT Var, in collaboration with ISEN Méditerranée, the site provides information, resources, and support for patients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
