Kidney Disease Stories
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Even 'Safe' Air Pollution Levels May Harm Kidneys
Air pollution may be a major contributor to declining kidney health, and even lead to kidney failure. -
Kidney Transplants From Hep C Donors Now Possible
A recent study has shown that when kidneys from hepatitis C patients are transplanted into healthy recipients, the virus can be eradicated through a course of anti-viral medications. -
Marathon Running Can Damage This Organ
Researchers at Yale find marathon running can lead to short-term acute kidney injury. -
How Cells Transform And Damage Donated Kidneys
Immune cells morph and destroy donated organs, making people reject their new kidneys. -
The Anti-Aging Hormone Klotho May Help Identify Kidney Failure Earlier Than Ever
New study has identified deficits of "anti-aging" hormone Klotho as an early sign of kidney failure in diabetes patients. -
Salty Skin Could Mean Heart Problems
Why is your skin so salty? Your heart might be enlarged. -
9 Healthy Foods That Are Toxic If You Eat Too Much
These nine healthy foods, from dark leafy greens to canned tuna, can be toxic if you eat too much of them. -
How Much Ibuprofen Is Too Much In One Day?
Over-the-counter painkillers seem harmless, but there are limits to how much you can safely take in one day. -
Medical Problems And Mountain Climbing Can Both Cause Edema
Fluid building up in your body could be simple bloating, or it could be a sign of a serious medical condition. -
Why Am I Always Cold?
If you are one of those oft-maligned people who are always cold, you are not alone. And you may or may not have one of these medical conditions. -
Ask Your Doctor These 5 Awkward Questions
Asking a doctor the right question, no matter if the topic is embarrassing, could mean the difference between life and death. -
Mimicking Dolphins Could Cure Disease
Bottlenose dolphins have protective proteins that could help humans stave off renal failure.
