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Scientists discover new genetic cause of inherited kidney disease

Genetic changes or mutations can cause hereditary kidney disease, which can eventually lead to dialysis or the need for kidney transplantation. Identifying the cause of inherited kidney disease is the first step in identifying a treatment.

22 Jan 2024

Study shows lasting benefits of weight loss and diabetes remission for the heart and kidneys

Researchers in the School of Population Health at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences have provided new evidence of the health benefits of weight loss efforts that lead to diabetes remission for type 2 diabetes patients.

22 Jan 2024

The crucial need for ongoing COVID-19 booster vaccination in vulnerable populations

Researchers investigate the need for prioritizing COVID-19 booster vaccination.

19 Jan 2024

Study provides new evidence of weight loss benefits for type 2 diabetes patients

18 Jan 2024

Remission of diabetes from weight-loss significantly reduces cardiovascular disease risk

While several trials have shown that substantial weight loss using diet and lifestyle can reverse type 2 diabetes, new research published in Diabetologia (the journal of the European Association of the Study of Diabetes [EASD]) is among the first to show the subsequent impact of remission on cardiovascular outcomes.

18 Jan 2024

Chronic kidney and cardiovascular disease threaten burn victims' survival

Despite enormous medical advances, severe burns are still potentially life-threatening injuries. Clinical scores, which take relevant parameters into account, are available to doctors as a decision-making aid for therapeutic measures and to assess the probability of patient survival.

17 Jan 2024

Migraine linked to increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease in new study

A nationwide cohort study reveals that individuals with migraine have a 1.3-fold higher risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), suggesting a significant connection between migraine and IBD.

15 Jan 2024

Bariatric surgery may mitigate the natural history of cognitive decline in people with obesity

Within the next 10 years, it's projected that up to 50% of United States adults will be affected by obesity, which is associated with cognitive impairment and dementia.

8 Jan 2024

Adolescent obesity heightens the risk of early chronic kidney disease in young adulthood

New study finds that adolescent obesity significantly heightens the risk of developing early chronic kidney disease in young adulthood. Even those with high-normal BMI are at risk.

2 Jan 2024

Phthalate exposure before conception linked to reduced fertility and hormonal imbalances in women

Study examines the impact of preconception phthalate exposure on women's reproductive health, revealing associations with reduced fecundability, hormonal changes, and increased oxidative stress and inflammation.

1 Jan 2024

Research illustrates how racism is deeply interrelated with poor health outcomes

A team of health equity researchers from several institutions has leveraged a complex web of data to test a hypothesis: That structural racism is associated with resources and structures at the neighborhood level that are closely associated with poor health.

21 Dec 2023

Experimental drug paired with a standard-care medication offers hope for kidney disease patients

In a clinical trial of patients with chronic kidney disease, an experimental drug significantly reduced albuminuria -; albumin in urine, a sign of kidney damage -; for 50% of participants.

15 Dec 2023

Researchers report progress in the search for more accurate blood markers for acute kidney injury

Using cells from kidney biopsies, Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers report progress in the search for more accurate and easier-to-obtain markers to help predict, manage and assess treatment of acute kidney injury (AKI).

14 Dec 2023

St. Jude study sheds light on prediabetes prevalence and diabetes risk in childhood cancer survivors

A study from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital sheds light on the incidence of prediabetes and diabetes in childhood cancer survivors for better prevention and treatment.

13 Dec 2023

UB research identifies key mechanism in infantile cystinosis

University at Buffalo research has identified how a misstep in the genesis of a key component of the kidney causes infantile cystinosis, a rare disease that significantly shortens the lifespan of patients.

11 Dec 2023

Machine learning reveals key markers for healthy aging, separate from chronic disease risks

Using machine learning, researchers successfully distinguished factors of healthy aging from chronic disease risks by analyzing health data across various ages, finding key markers like neutrophil counts and alkaline phosphatase levels as early indicators of healthy aging.

10 Dec 2023

Chronic Kidney Disease News and Research

Latest Chronic Kidney Disease News and Research

Scientists discover new genetic cause of inherited kidney disease

Study shows lasting benefits of weight loss and diabetes remission for the heart and kidneys

The crucial need for ongoing COVID-19 booster vaccination in vulnerable populations

Study provides new evidence of weight loss benefits for type 2 diabetes patients

Remission of diabetes from weight-loss significantly reduces cardiovascular disease risk

Chronic kidney and cardiovascular disease threaten burn victims' survival

Migraine linked to increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease in new study

Bariatric surgery may mitigate the natural history of cognitive decline in people with obesity

Adolescent obesity heightens the risk of early chronic kidney disease in young adulthood

Phthalate exposure before conception linked to reduced fertility and hormonal imbalances in women

Research illustrates how racism is deeply interrelated with poor health outcomes

Experimental drug paired with a standard-care medication offers hope for kidney disease patients

Researchers report progress in the search for more accurate blood markers for acute kidney injury

St. Jude study sheds light on prediabetes prevalence and diabetes risk in childhood cancer survivors

UB research identifies key mechanism in infantile cystinosis

Machine learning reveals key markers for healthy aging, separate from chronic disease risks

New insights into how anti-obesity drugs could help prevent kidney disease

Dietary intervention with cooking instructions boosts kidney health in African-Americans, study finds

Study challenges link between proton pump inhibitors and kidney disease risk

Link between gut dysbiosis and chronic diseases explored in new study

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Chronic Kidney Disease News and Research

Latest Chronic Kidney Disease News and Research

Sensing a Healthier Future

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Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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