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Charitable Giving | the American Kidney Fund
Make a difference at the American Kidney Fund with an estate gift. You can trust that our experts will work to find the best options for you to leave a legacy...
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About us | American Kidney Fund
Mar 5, 2025 - The American Kidney Fund (AKF) fights on all fronts for the 1 in 7 American adults living with kidney disease. Thanks to our compassionate community, we can be...
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American Kidney Fund Privacy Policy | American Kidney Fund
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Terms of use | American Kidney Fund
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Sign up for updates | American Kidney Fund
Jun 6, 2024 - Get the latest news from the American Kidney Fund.
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Your dialysis care team | American Kidney Fund
Mar 3, 2026 - Think of everyone who cares for you as part of a team. Each team member plays a different role to help you meet your health goals. You are the most important...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/get-assistance/living-donor-assistance-program/david-atkins-living-donor-assistance-fund
Living Donor Assistance Program - Illinois, Massachusetts & New York City | American Kidney Fund
Mar 2, 2026 - The American Kidney Fund's Living Donor Assistance Program seeks to increase access to living kidney donations by reimbursing out-of-pocket costs for current...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-problems/nephrotic-syndrome-symptoms-causes-and-treatment
Nephrotic Syndrome Treatments, Causes, & Symptoms - American Kidney Fund (AKF)
Feb 19, 2026 - Swelling, foamy urine, and fatigue could be signs of nephrotic syndrome. Find out what causes it and how to manage your symptoms and protect your kidneys.
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Know Your Kidneys™ - Prevention | American Kidney Fund
Mar 24, 2026 - Know Your Kidneys™. Identify and reach your kidney health goals. Whether you're looking to prevent kidney issues or manage existing conditions, get empowered...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/cakut
Congenital Abnormalities of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract (CAKUT) | American Kidney Fund
Aug 8, 2024 - Congenital anomalies of the kidneys and urinary tract (CAKUT) are one of the top causes of end stage renal disease (ERSD) in children. Explore what CAKUT are...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/medicines-kidney-disease/prednisone
Prednisone | American Kidney Fund
Apr 2, 2026 - Do you have questions about how prednisone works for kidney disease treatment? We have the answers.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/clinical-trials-kidney-disease-and-other-kidney-diseases/what-happens-during-and-after-clinical-trial
What happens during and after a clinical trial? | American Kidney Fund
Jul 23, 2025 - Learn what to expect during and after a clinical trial.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-donation-and-transplant/life-after-transplant-rejection-prevention-and-healthy-tips/immunosuppressant-anti-rejection-medicines
Immunosuppressant (anti-rejection) medicines - American Kidney Fund
Aug 28, 2025 - After kidney transplant, daily anti-rejection medicines protect your new kidney. Learn how immunosuppressants work, side effects to expect, insurance coverage,...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/get-assistance/grants-children
Grants for children | American Kidney Fund
Oct 10, 2025 - All of AKF’s financial assistance programs are available to children who are living with kidney failure and whose household incomes qualify them for AKF...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/alport-syndrome
Alport Syndrome – American Kidney Fund (AKF)
Mar 25, 2026 - Alport syndrome is caused by problems with three genes. As a result, your kidneys, ears and eyes do not grow correctly. Learn to manage this disease.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/government-affairs-advocacy/our-2026-legislative-priorities
Our 2026 Legislative Priorities | American Kidney Fund
Feb 24, 2026 - Several important pieces of legislation have been introduced in the current Congress, and we are actively working to enact these bills that would affect kidney...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/dialysis/hemodialysis-type-dialysis
Hemodialysis, a type of dialysis | American Kidney Fund
Mar 4, 2026 - Hemodialysis (also called “hemo”) is one type of dialysis treatment for kidney failure. Learn how the treatment works, including what to consider before...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/government-affairs-advocacy/need-for-ckd-screening-recommendation
The Need for a CKD Screening Recommendation | American Kidney Fund
Jul 9, 2024 - The American Kidney Fund (AKF) is urging the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) to develop a chronic kidney disease (CKD) screening recommendation.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/government-affairs-advocacy/policy-resources
Policy Resources | American Kidney Fund
Apr 15, 2026 - Download resources to help you advocate for kidney patients including, comment letters, state factsheets and one pagers.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/lupus-nephritis-symptoms-treatment-and-complications
Lupus nephritis – Symptoms, treatment and complications – American Kidney Fund (AKF)
Mar 19, 2026 - Lupus nephritis is an autoimmune disease that attacks the kidneys. Learn about the symptoms, treatment and complications of lupus nephritis.
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https://www.usnationaltimes.com/article/911114229-american-kidney-fund-s-sixth-annual-living-donor-protection-report-card-shows-progress-made-highlights-need-for-more-laws-and-regulations-to-protect
American Kidney Fund's Sixth Annual Living Donor Protection Report Card Shows Progress Made,...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/amyloidosis
Amyloidosis – signs and symptoms – American Kidney Fund (AKF)
Mar 4, 2026 - Amyloidosis causes proteins called amyloids to build up and form clumps inside your organs and tissues, causing damage. Learn to manage this disease.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/tests/blood-test-egfr
Blood test: eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) - American Kidney Fund
May 5, 2026 - The eGFR blood test measures kidney function by checking creatinine in your blood. Learn what eGFR means, how results are interpreted, and how to protect...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/living-kidney-disease/health-problems-caused-kidney-disease/secondary-hyperparathyroidism-symptoms-causes-treatment
Secondary hyperparathyroidism: symptoms, causes & treatment | American Kidney Fund
Apr 29, 2026 - Secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) is common in people who have kidney failure (stage 5 kidney disease). Learn about causes, symptoms and treatment options.
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Award recognition for patient-friendly content | American Kidney Fund
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/clinical-trials/what-is-a-clinical-trial
What is a clinical trial? | American Kidney Fund
Mar 4, 2026 - A clinical trial, or clinical research study, is a type of medical research or study that involves people.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/tests/cystatin-c-test
Cystatin C test | American Kidney Fund
Mar 28, 2025 - Feel more in control of your kidney health by understanding the cystatin C test, how it works, and what your results mean.
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Charity Navigator - Rating for American Kidney Fund
American Kidney Fund has earned a 4/4 Star rating on Charity Navigator. This Charitable Organization is headquartered in Rockville, MD.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/government-affairs-advocacy/join-our-advocacy-network
Join our Advocacy Network | American Kidney Fund
Mar 17, 2026 - There is strength in numbers. Nearly 50,000 passionate patients, family members, friends and kidney care professionals serve as AKF Ambassadors. Join our...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-donation-and-transplant/life-after-transplant-rejection-prevention-and-healthy-tips/living-healthy-after-transplant
Living healthy after a transplant | American Kidney Fund
Mar 18, 2022 - Learn how to live healthy and resume normal activities after a transplant including which foods to eat, exercising, and preventing infection.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/professionals-and-research/online-continuing-education
Online continuing education | American Kidney Fund
May 5, 2026 - American Kidney Fund's free, accredited, online CE and CME courses address critical topics related to kidney disease and are designed to meet continuing...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/complement-3-glomerulopathy-c3g
Complement 3 glomerulopathy (C3G) | American Kidney Fund
May 5, 2026 - Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments of C3 glomerulopathy (C3G). C3G is a disease that causes inflammation and damage to the filters of your kidneys.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/government-affairs-advocacy
Advocacy and policy | American Kidney Fund
May 19, 2026 - Learn about how we work with Congress, the administration, federal agencies and state governments to advance legislation and regulatory policies important to...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/living-kidney-disease/health-problems-caused-kidney-disease/anemia-end-stage-renal-disease
Anemia in end-stage renal disease | American Kidney Fund
Mar 24, 2026 - Anemia and end-stage renal disease (ESRD), also known as kidney failure, often go hand in hand. Most people with kidney failure who are on dialysis have...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/about-us/newsroom
Newsroom | American Kidney Fund
Mar 23, 2026 - AKF works on behalf of more than 35 million Americans living with kidney disease, and the millions more at risk, with an unmatched scope of programs that...
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Become a corporate partner | American Kidney Fund
Dec 18, 2024 - We value the opportunity to build long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships that will positively impact the lives of kidney patients and empower people to...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-donation-and-transplant/life-after-transplant-rejection-prevention-and-healthy-tips/mental-health-and-support-after-transplant
Mental health and support after transplant | American Kidney Fund
Feb 16, 2022 - Learn about the mental aspects of living after a transplant including how to reach out for support.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/medicines-kidney-disease/beta-blockers
Beta blockers | American Kidney Fund
Aug 28, 2024 - Learn about beta blockers and how these medicines work to slow down the damage to your kidneys and slow the progression of kidney disease.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/clinical-trials-kidney-disease/patient-safety-and-concerns
Patient safety and concerns | American Kidney Fund
Mar 10, 2026 - Learn about the safeguards that are in place for those who sign up for clinical trials.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys
All about kidneys | American Kidney Fund
Feb 11, 2026 - Learn about kidney disease, such as the stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD), signs and symptoms, tests for kidney disease and things that raise your chance...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/professionals-and-research/renal-news-roundup-akf
Renal news roundup from AKF | American Kidney Fund
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/cystinosis
Cystinosis and your kidneys | American Kidney Fund
Mar 5, 2026 - Cystinosis is a rare, multisystem genetic disease that accounts for nearly 5% of all childhood cases of kidney failure. Cystinosis occurs in only about 1 in...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-problems/protein-urine
Protein in urine (Proteinuria) symptoms, causes, tests and treatments | American Kidney Fund
Mar 1, 2026 - Having protein in your urine is a sign that your kidneys may be damaged. Learn what causes protein in the urine, symptoms, results of urine tests and how it is...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/medicines-kidney-disease/diuretics
Diuretics | American Kidney Fund
Mar 11, 2024 - Learn about diuretics, a type of medicine that can lower your blood pressure and slow down kidney damage.
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Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) | American Kidney Fund
Mar 19, 2026 - Learn about glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and how these medicines work to slow down the damage to your kidneys and progression to...
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https://give.org/charity-reviews/health/american-kidney-fund-in-rockville-md-9999-2265
American Kidney Fund charity review & reports by Give.org – Give.org
View the complete charity accountability report for American Kidney Fund. Status: Accredited Charity
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/article/american-kidney-funds-sixth-annual-living-donor-protection-report-card-shows-progress-made
American Kidney Fund's Sixth Annual Living Donor Protection Report Card Shows Progress Made,...
May 7, 2026 - Eight states and the District of Columbia have an A grade, while 13 states have minimal or no protections in place.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-donation-and-transplant/life-after-transplant-rejection-prevention-and-healthy-tips/recovery-after-transplant-surgery
Recovery after transplant surgery | American Kidney Fund
Dec 5, 2025 - Learn what to expect after a transplant surgery including how to tell how well your kidneys are working and when you can resume normal activities.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-donation-and-transplant/ptld
Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) | American Kidney Fund
May 15, 2024 - Learn about post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD), a group of disorders of the lymphatic system (lymphoma) that can happen after an organ...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/get-assistance/disaster-relief-grant-program
Disaster Relief Grant Program | American Kidney Fund
Apr 17, 2026 - The American Kidney Fund's Disaster Relief Program is the nation's only rapid-response system that provides emergency financial assistance to dialysis and...
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Dialysis | American Kidney Fund
Apr 2, 2025 - Learn about dialysis, a treatment to clean your blood, including when it's needed, how it's performed, and how long you can live.
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How to make a free will in 10 steps | American Kidney Fund
May 10, 2022 - Learn how to create a free will in ten easy steps, including the type of will, asset planning, and donating to charity.
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Gift Acceptance Policy | American Kidney Fund
Jan 13, 2022 - Since its inception in 1971, American Kidney Fund (AKF) has been committed to fighting kidney disease through direct financial support to patients, health...
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Matching gift | American Kidney Fund
Aug 14, 2025 - The American Kidney Fund’s employer matching gift program provides an easy way to increase the impact of your donation through corporate matching gifts.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/dialysis/new-dialysis
New to dialysis | American Kidney Fund
May 5, 2026 - The first few months of dialysis treatment represent a challenging time. Use our checklist as a guide as you create your new normal.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/goodpasture-syndrome-symptoms-causes-and-treatment
Goodpasture syndrome symptoms, causes and treatment – American Kidney Fund (AKF)
Dec 10, 2025 - Goodpasture syndrome affects kidneys and lungs and can be life-threatening. Learn the early warning signs, causes, and treatments that can save your life.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/get-involved/camp-connections
Camp Connections | American Kidney Fund
Dec 18, 2025 - Learn about the American Kidney Fund’s virtual camp nights for pediatric kidney patients across the country.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/get-assistance/living-donor-assistance-program
Living Donor Assistance Program | American Kidney Fund
Mar 17, 2026 - The American Kidney Fund’s (AKF) Living Donor Assistance Program aims to increase access to living kidney donation by reimbursing living kidney donors in the...
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Conflict of Interest Policy | American Kidney Fund
Feb 8, 2022 - Each Trustee recognizes they have a duty to avoid conflicts of interest.
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Action | American Kidney Fund
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Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS): symptoms, causes and treatment | American Kidney Fund
May 19, 2026 - Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) is a type of rare kidney disease that causes scarring in parts of the kidney filters, known as glomeruli.
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Whistleblower Policy | American Kidney Fund
Feb 8, 2022 - It is the responsibility of all American Kidney Fund (AKF) employees and volunteers to report violations or suspected violations of state or federal laws.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/about-us/financials-and-accountability/list-corporate-sponsors
List of corporate sponsors | American Kidney Fund
Nov 15, 2024 - We thank our corporate sponsors for making the work of fighting kidney disease on all fronts possible. These organizations help ensure that every kidney...
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Contact Us | American Kidney Fund
May 5, 2026 - The American Kidney Fund welcomes any questions or comments you might have. For medical questions, we encourage you to review your information with your doctor.
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Who pays for my health care during a clinical trial? | American Kidney Fund
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/know-your-kidneys/cause
Know Your Cause | American Kidney Fund
Apr 16, 2026 - Know Your Cause of kidney disease. By understanding the reasons behind your kidney disease, you'll be able to make informed decisions and work with your...
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Know Your Plan | American Kidney Fund
Feb 6, 2026 - Know Your Plan that empowers you to take charge of your kidney health and live your best life. Managing kidney health involves understanding your treatment...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/about-us/our-team/leadership-team
Leadership Team | American Kidney Fund
May 4, 2026 - Our Leadership Team provides the leadership that puts AKF's values into action: putting patients first, leading with integrity, being a valued partner,...
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American Kidney Fund | Grant Management Software | Orases
Apr 22, 2026 - Orases developed a grant management system for Orthocare Solutions that fueled a 350% productivity increase. Learn how we helped them!
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Living with kidney disease | American Kidney Fund
Mar 24, 2026 - Learn all about living with kidney disease, such as an introduction to kidneys, following a kidney-friendly eating and activity plan and balancing work, family...
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/quick-kidney-disease-facts-and-stats
Quick kidney disease facts and stats | American Kidney Fund
Aug 13, 2025 - Check out basic facts and statistics about chronic kidney disease (CKD).
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Health problems caused by kidney disease | American Kidney Fund
Apr 3, 2026 - Learn about common health problems caused by kidney disease (also called complications), including what they are and how to prevent and manage them.
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https://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-donation-and-transplant
Kidney donation and transplant | American Kidney Fund
Apr 21, 2026 - Learn about kidney transplant and donation, such as how to get on a transplant waitlist if you have kidney disease, and how you can donate a kidney to save...
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