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When Wildfires Strike: The Vital Role of Continuous Care and Community

Watch now to discover how DaVita helped safeguard care continuity during the 2025 wildfires. January 2026 marks one year since Eaton Canyon wildfires swept across the Los Angeles area of California, leaving a trail of destruction and uncertainty in their wake. Amid the chaos of the fires, the importance of reliable and continuous healthcare became clear, especially […]

Forging the Future of Healthcare: On-Demand Webinars Highlight Key Innovations

Today, healthcare transformation is driven by new technologies and a renewed focus on proactive, holistic care — with an emphasis on creating access to crucial health resources. To explore these pivotal topics, DaVita joined a series of conversations with leaders from across the health care industry through HLTH webinars. These webinars underscore a collective commitment […]

Balancing a Kidney Diet: Optimizing Nutrition Through Personalization

For individuals managing chronic kidney disease (CKD), dietary choices significantly impact health outcomes and disease progression. A kidney-friendly diet often involves managing intake of...

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