Your Kidneys Won't Warn You.
Most people with kidney disease feel completely fine. No pain. No obvious symptoms. No reason to think anything is wrong. That's what makes kidney disease so dangerous.
Join practising nephrologists, a senior renal pharmacist and a senior clinical dietitian from hospitals across Malaysia for two practical days on how to check, understand and protect your kidney health.
No payment required. Registration takes less than a minute.
Kidney Health Live 2026 begins in
Day 1 · Saturday 19 September, 10:00 AM (GMT+8)
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Kidney Health Live 2026
A free two-day online summit designed to help you understand your kidney health before a silent problem becomes a serious one. Led by practising nephrologists, a renal pharmacist and a clinical dietitian from Malaysian hospitals, the summit brings trusted clinical guidance into plain English — so you can understand the tests, make sense of your health numbers, avoid common risks, make smarter everyday choices, and know what questions to ask your doctor.
Whether you're looking to protect your own health, already living with kidney disease, or caring for someone you love, this is two days that could change what you know — and what you do next.
Feeling fine doesn't always mean your kidneys are fine.
We expect our bodies to tell us when something is wrong. A headache. A fever. Pain. Something we can see or feel.
Kidney disease can be different. It can develop quietly. You can go about your normal life — work, travel, eat with your family, exercise, sleep — and still have no idea that your kidney function is changing.
That's why waiting until your kidneys hurt isn't a good strategy.
"Do I know enough to spot a problem before it becomes a bigger one?"
The better question isn't whether you feel unwell. It's whether you'd recognise the signs if something were changing.
This summit was created to help you answer that question.
The person who needs to pay attention doesn't necessarily look sick.
It could be someone you know. A parent. A spouse. A colleague. A friend. Or you.
And the people most at risk may already be living with conditions they consider "normal" or manageable:
Yet many people have never had their kidney health properly assessed. The problem isn't always a lack of medical knowledge — sometimes it's simply that nobody has explained what to look for.
I Want to Understand My Kidney Health arrow_forward
Around 1 in 7 Malaysian adults
is living with chronic kidney disease.
And only a small proportion know they have it.
Prevalence figures from the National Health and Morbidity Survey, nationwide population study 2017–2018, published in BMC Nephrology, 2020.
Two days. Six things you'll understand better.
Because information is only useful when you know what to do with it.
The two tests that could change what you know about your kidneys
Think your kidneys are healthy because your blood test is normal? One of the biggest mistakes people make is assuming one normal result means everything is fine. There are two important tests to understand — one looks at your blood, the other at your urine.
You'll discover
- check_circle Which tests matter most for kidney health
- check_circle Why urine testing can reveal important information
- check_circle When kidney screening is worth discussing
- check_circle What to ask your doctor at your next health check
Your numbers are talking. Do you know what they're saying?
You get your medical report. You see eGFR. Urine protein. Blood pressure. HbA1c. And then — "so… is everything okay?" If you've ever felt that way, you're not alone. Your numbers tell an important story, but only if you know how to read them.
You'll discover
- check_circle What eGFR actually tells you
- check_circle Why urine protein matters
- check_circle How blood pressure connects to kidney health
- check_circle Why HbA1c matters when diabetes and kidney health overlap
- check_circle Which questions to take to your next appointment
The medicines you trust. Could some of them be putting your kidneys at risk?
Painkillers. Supplements. Traditional remedies. Some are common. Some are considered "natural." But common doesn't automatically mean harmless — and natural doesn't automatically mean risk-free.
You'll discover
- check_circle Which commonly used medicines deserve a second look
- check_circle What to know about certain painkillers
- check_circle Why supplements and traditional remedies need careful consideration
- check_circle What to ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking something new
Please note: don't stop taking prescribed medication because of something you hear at the summit. Learn, ask, then make informed decisions with your healthcare professional.
You don't have to give up the food you love. You just need to know what matters.
Telling a Malaysian "just change your diet" isn't exactly a strategy. Food isn't just food — it's family, culture, celebrations. It's nasi lemak on Sunday. So instead of another impossible list of foods you "can't" eat, our clinical dietitian will help you understand what actually matters.
You'll discover
- check_circle Which nutrition principles genuinely matter for kidney health
- check_circle Which popular advice may be overstated
- check_circle How diabetes and kidney health can influence food choices
- check_circle What to look for on food labels
- check_circle How to make better everyday choices without making every meal miserable
How many kidney myths have you heard? And how many are actually true?
"Drink more water." "Take this herbal remedy." "If nothing hurts, your kidneys must be fine." You've probably heard at least one — maybe from a friend, a family member, or a WhatsApp group. The more often we hear something, the more believable it sounds. But repetition isn't evidence.
You'll discover
- check_circle Which common beliefs deserve a second look
- check_circle What the evidence actually says
- check_circle Which advice may be misleading
- check_circle What you should discuss with a qualified healthcare professional
Kidney disease doesn't just affect one person. It affects the whole family.
Maybe you're the spouse managing the medication. The daughter taking Mum or Dad to appointments. The one preparing the meals, trying to remember everything the doctor said — and quietly wondering, "am I doing this right?"
You'll discover
- check_circle What to pay attention to
- check_circle What questions to ask during appointments
- check_circle How to support medication and lifestyle changes
- check_circle How to help without taking over
- check_circle How to protect your own wellbeing while caring for someone else
I'm ready to take charge of my kidney health.
Practising specialists from hospitals across Malaysia.
Seven speakers and your host — nephrologists, a senior renal pharmacist and a senior clinical dietitian.
Dr Rebecca Lee
Summit Host & Moderator
Founder, Bioniva Wellness International
Dr Sze Xun Quan
Nephrologist
Hospital Pantai Batu Pahat
Dr Durga Arinandini
Arimuthu
Consultant Nephrologist
Hospital Sultan Idris Shah, Serdang
Mr Lee Soo Wen
@ Shang Cheng
Senior Renal Pharmacist
Hospital Sultan Idris Shah, Serdang
Dr Premila Arul
Arumugam
Physician & Nephrologist
Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara
Dr Esther Tan
Zhao Zhi
Senior Consultant Nephrologist
Selayang Hospital
Dr Cheng Yong Fatt
Physician & Nephrologist
KPJ Seremban
Ms Lau Wai Pooi
Senior Clinical Dietitian
Universiti Malaya Medical Centre
Day one, you'll understand. Day two, you'll know what to do.
The topics each day, in outline. Full session times are emailed to everyone who registers.
Understanding & Early Detection
- check The kidney crisis in Malaysia — and the myths that stop people acting
- check Silent kidney disease: who needs testing, and when
- check Medicines that can harm your kidneys — painkillers, remedies and supplements
- check Diabetes, high blood pressure and your kidneys — the silent double threat
Protection, Treatment & Nutrition
- check Can kidney disease be slowed? Modern kidney-protective medicines explained
- check Exercise for people living with kidney disease
- check What actually happens in kidney failure — and what can be done about it
- check Kidney-friendly eating: practical nutrition, and how to read a label
You don't have to take our word for it.
We ran the Kidney Health Live Virtual Summit in 2024. Here's what participants told us they took away.
"I learned more about kidney disease and what I could do."
Get more insights about kidney disease and their complications and some of the lifestyles and diet recommendations that can help to delay the progression.
"CKD5 doesn't automatically mean dialysis is immediate."
People with CKD5 does not mean that you will need dialysis. With proper diet management and medication, you can postpone the dialysis.
"The diet session cleared up my misconceptions."
I learnt more about the diet which a dialysis patient can take. It has helped clear my misconceptions on what food a patient can or cannot take.
"The myth-busting was eye-opening."
Great sharing about the CKD, especially the myth-busting session by the consultants — eye-opening and practically useful for patients and caregivers alike.
"I learned what to watch out for with medicines and remedies."
I learnt about the medications and herbal remedies that are suitable and unsuitable for patients with kidney problems — something every CKD patient needs to know.
"I learned why urine protein screening matters."
Importance of screening urine protein even if urea/creatinine is within normal range for early detection.
Because your health is worth two days.
You could always tell yourself, "I'll watch the recording later." But later has a habit of becoming next week. Then next month. Then never.
When you attend live, you give yourself two protected days to focus on something that matters. You'll follow the sessions as they happen and get the full experience of the summit.
Join Kidney Health Live 2026.
Register below. Registration takes less than a minute, no payment is required, and your joining details arrive by email.
- check100% free — no payment required
- checkOnline — join from anywhere, on any device
- checkBoth days included — 19 & 20 September, 10AM–5PM (GMT+8)
- checkReminders sent — so you don't forget the day
- checkYour details stay private — we don't sell or share them
Drawing on the Malaysian CKD Clinical Practice Guideline and KDIGO 2024. Organised by Scalendo, presented by WorldMasterClass.
Frequently asked questions.
Yes. Kidney Health Live 2026 is a free online educational event. There is no payment required to register.
No. The summit is designed for people who want to understand kidney health, especially those who may be at higher risk because of diabetes, high blood pressure, family history or age. It's also relevant for people already diagnosed, and for caregivers supporting someone with kidney disease.
Yes. Kidney health is not only a concern for older adults. Many kidney-related issues can develop silently over time, and early awareness can help you understand your risk factors, make better lifestyle choices, and take preventive action.
These are important topics covered during the summit. You'll learn more about the relationship between diabetes, blood pressure and kidney health, and what you can discuss with your healthcare provider.
No. This is an educational summit. The sessions are designed to help you understand kidney health and prepare better questions for your healthcare professional. They do not replace individual medical consultation or personalised medical advice.
That's exactly what we're trying to avoid. The goal is to take clinical information and explain it in plain English. You don't need a medical background to attend.
Absolutely. If you're helping a parent, spouse, family member or loved one manage kidney disease, you'll find sessions specifically relevant to medications, nutrition, kidney disease management and caregiving.
The summit is online, so you can join from anywhere. The scheduled time is 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (GMT+8) on both days.
We strongly recommend attending both. Day 1 focuses on understanding kidney health, risk and early detection. Day 2 focuses more on protection, treatment, exercise, kidney failure and nutrition. Together, they give you a more complete picture.
No. You'll simply need an internet connection and a device that can access the online summit.
Your kidneys may not give you a warning. But you can choose to understand them first.
You don't have to wait until something hurts. You don't have to become an expert. And you don't have to figure everything out yourself.
Because when it comes to your health, knowing earlier can give you more choices.
Registration takes less than a minute.