Type 2 diabetes (T2D) occurs when the body can't use insulin, the hormone that moves sugar from the bloodstream into the body's cells for energy. As blood sugar levels remain high over time, they can damage the small blood vessels throughout the body, including those in the kidneys. When the kidneys become damaged, they can no longer filter waste and excess fluid as effectively as they should.
This condition, known as diabetic kidney disease, affects half of all people living with diabetes.
One of the challenges of diabetic kidney disease is that it often develops silently. Many people experience no symptoms in the early stages, allowing kidney damage to progress unnoticed. While there is currently no cure, early detection can make a significant difference.
Identifying kidney disease sooner may help slow its progression, preserve kidney function, and improve long-term health outcomes. This is why regular kidney health checks, along with continued research into new treatment options, are so important.
This clinical trial is investigating a potential new treatment for kidney disease caused by Type 2 diabetes. Researchers are assessing the treatment's safety and tolerability, and whether it may help support kidney health. We are offering a free kidney health check for people diagnosed with T2D. The screening may provide valuable insights into your kidney health and could determine whether you are eligible to participate in this important research.
