Nephrology News & Issues published its first issue in 1987 with the aim of informing readers of the latest developments in nephrology while providing a forum for the exchange of ideas among the professional disciplines responsible for delivering care to the end-stage renal disease patient. Our website, NephrologyNews.com offers a unique opportunity to cover and offer commentary on stories while they are still developing, giving the renal community a resource for the latest developments in renal care. NN&I, winner of two Public Service Awards from the National Kidney Foundation, is not a clinical or society journal, but rather an interdisciplinary news magazine. The editorial staff researches and, with the guidance of an actively involved Editorial Advisory Board, reports on the latest social, economic, political, and legislative developments. The board and other leading professionals are invited to comment on proposed strategies responding to these issues in the delivery of renal care.