Nancy Colobong Smith, ANNA National President, was recently featured in The Hill article titled "How Hurricane Helene is Threatening Dialysis Patients" by Joseph Choi. The article sheds light on the ongoing challenges dialysis patients face due to Hurricane Helene’s disruption of the supply chain, particularly the shortage of peritoneal dialysis (PD) fluids.
In the article, Smith discusses how nephrology nurses and care teams are working to adjust treatment plans for patients impacted by the shortage, helping them manage reduced fluid supplies while ensuring their safety. She also highlights the specific challenges faced by patients in rural areas, where alternatives to PD are less accessible.
With over 550,000 people in the U.S. relying on dialysis, and nearly 15% using PD at home, the situation remains critical. To learn more about how the dialysis community is addressing this crisis, read the full article here.
