Many people think kidney disease just “happens” by genetics or bad luck. In fact, about two-thirds of kidney failure in the U ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) occurs when the kidneys become damaged and slowly lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, causing a buildup of harmful substances in the body.

The kidneys are vital organs that act as your body’s filtration system. They filter your blood, remove waste and excess water from your body, and make urine. They also control your blood pressure, ...

The American Society of Nephrology (ASN) today released its latest Kidney Health Guidance (KHG) addressing how potassium and ...

Type 2 diabetes medication Ozempic has been linked to a host of potential benefits outside of blood sugar management, including weight loss and helping to break addictions. Ozempic side effects tend ...

Credit: Getty Images Drugs for diabetic kidney disease treatment have greatly expanded, allowing research and consensus on their optimal use. Burgeoning options for diabetic kidney disease give ...