The kidneys do a lot of work to ensure that the body is healthy, so this Kidney Health Month let’s take a look at just how our kidneys function. Emmanuelle Gilles, MD, a Board Certified Nephrologist ...

High blood pressure could do more damage than you think.A research team from the Medical University of Vienna has discovered ...

The relationship between blood pressure and kidney health remains one of medicine’s most important yet underappreciated connections. While most people understand that uncontrolled hypertension damages ...

When we drink little, we produce less urine. But how is this process regulated? An international team of scientists led by Prof. Kai Schmidt-Ott of the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) ...

Rich in vitamin C and powerful antioxidants, lemons do more than just boost flavor — they may protect your kidneys, support ...

There has been a dramatic shift in how doctors use donated kidneys infected with hepatitis C that used to be thrown away. More transplant centers are willing to use kidneys infected with hepatitis C.

Kidney complications are some of the most common and severe symptoms associated with Covid-19. Estimates show that 30% of people hospitalized for severe infection and 50% of those that are later ...

Discover the hidden dangers of regular NSAID use, including potential damage to your liver, kidneys, and gut. Learn safer ...

Pregnancy can have a substantial impact on the kidneys—as the body strives to supply a growing fetus with the nutrients it needs, the mother’s body holds on to more nutrients and minerals (such as ...

A new study this week reported by the American Society of Nephrology COVID-19 Response Team shows how coronavirus is affecting patients' kidneys. Researchers found up to half of ICU intakes required ...

Water is often considered the elixir of life, and for good reason. It plays a crucial role in maintaining bodily functions, aiding digestion, regulating temperature, and supporting kidney health.