The emerging and serious health problem, chronic kidney disease, will be examined during a public lecture in Tumut on Wednesday 28 May. The lecture coincides with the national Kidney Health Week 2008 being held from Saturday 24 May to Saturday 31 May. Associate Professor Ann Bonner from the Charles Sturt University (CSU) School of Nursing and Midwifery in Wagga Wagga, will explain chronic kidney disease, its risk factors, optimal healthcare requirements and its impact on individuals, society and the Australian healthcare system. Associate Professor Bonner has practised for more than 20 years as a renal nurse and has developed postgraduate renal nursing courses for universities in NSW and Queensland. Dr Bonner is also involved in collaborative research projects with renal health care clinicians in these states. The lecture, presented by CSU and the Tumut Shire Council, will be held from 6pm in the Montreal Community Theatre, 44-46 Russell St, Tumut. CSU wine and cheese will be served after the lecture.