Our study thus confirmed what was found in people of African descent in the US: the genetic origin underpinning the excess ...

Kidney diseases often develop silently, making early detection crucial. Ignoring warning signs can lead to severe ...

Q: What are kidney stones and how do I prevent them? Kidney stones are common, impacting approximately one in five men and ...

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Dog walkers have been warned of a “flesh-eating” disease affecting pets as vets advise owners to take extra precautions on muddy walks.

It’s Women’s Heart Health Month, and experts are raising awareness about heart disease in hopes of saving lives. Feeling ...

Some anecdotal evidence suggests supplementation may relieve symptoms of restless legs syndrome ... risk for deficiency” because of chronic disease, medications (that affect magnesium levels ...

More than 35 million people in the U.S. have chronic kidney disease (CKD), a condition in which the kidneys are damaged and ...

Kidney disease affects millions of Americans, with Black communities facing disproportionately higher risks due to genetic factors, socioeconomic challenges, ...

Reported signs and symptoms of bird flu virus infections in humans ... acute kidney injury, multi-organ failure (respiratory and kidney failure), sepsis/septic shock and inflammation of the brain ...

Dark patches of skin, especially around the neck, armpits, or groin, may also be a sign of insulin resistance, which is a ...

(AP Photo/Michael Laughlin) While kidney cancer does not often cause symptoms at the onset, they can develop over time, the ...