Exercising more frequently is associated with a significantly slower decline in measured glomerular filtration rate in a new ...

“Chronic kidney disease is a major problem,” said Raj Thakkar, general practitioner specializing in cardiovascular disease and president of the UK’s Primary Care Cardiovascular Society. “It is a ...

Scientists have uncovered why people with chronic kidney disease so often die from heart problems: damaged kidneys release ...

Scientists have discovered an answer to the longstanding mystery of why more than half of patients with chronic kidney ...

Avoiding foods and drinks that are high in sodium, potassium and phosphorus are among the usual recommendations. People with more advanced kidney disease may also be told to avoid too much protein.

Scientists have discovered an answer to the longstanding mystery of why more than half of patients with chronic kidney disease ultimately die of cardiovascular problems. The finding could open the ...

Subtle abnormalities in kidney function—even within the range considered normal—may help identify people at risk of ...

New global research shows that chronic kidney disease is climbing the ranks of leading causes of death, while millions of people remain unaware they are affected.

Chronic kidney disease has surged to nearly 800 million cases and is now among the top causes of death worldwide. The condition is heavily linked to diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, and often goes ...

Subtle abnormalities in kidney function – even within the range considered normal – may help identify people at risk of ...