Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Healthy kidneys filter and remove waste products and extra fluid from your blood, which are then excreted through your urine. They ...

Weaning patients with acute kidney injury (AKI) from dialysis while they are still hospitalized may save them from remaining on the treatment for the rest of their lives, according to a new study led ...

A less intensive dialysis strategy is feasible for stable patients with acute kidney injury, but warrants further testing. A conservative vs conventional approach to hemodialysis may help ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects millions of South Africans and remains one of the country’s most underdiagnosed ...

Robotic and minimally invasive kidney cancer surgery may reduce pain, shorten recovery time and preserve kidney function, according to Dr. Armine Smith. Robotic and minimally invasive surgery for ...

A new treatment may help patients with a chronic kidney condition that can also lead to heart problems and premature death, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the ...

On World Kidney Day, experts debunk the myth that drinking more water can cure kidney disease. While hydration supports kidney function and overall health, it cannot repair damaged kidneys. Doctors ...

Millions of South Africans are affected, often silently, with symptoms only emerging once significant kidney function has been lost. Experts emphasise timely screening and lifestyle interventions ...

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Protein has become the star nutrient of the fitness world. From gym conversations to social media reels, high-protein diets are often promoted as the fastest way to build muscle, burn fat, and stay ...

Heat Stress and Kidney Injury: A Growing Concern Amidst Climate Change (Mohammed SY, Nashwan AJ. Heat Stress and Kidney Injury: A Growing Concern Amidst Climate Change. Kidney Med. 2025 Dec 15;8 ...