On World Kidney Day, Newsweek explores how one country is testing whether early detection can slow a global epidemic.

Her diagnosis meant Bria Wagner would need to begin dialysis treatments three times a week while waiting for a kidney transplant.

Company shares surged in after-market trading on results for a drug Vertex acquired in a multibillion-dollar deal and sees as ...

Kidney failure patient Stella de Kock urges South Africans to prioritise kidney health with early detection, screenings, and hydration tips.

Hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease are among the common causes of kidney failure. In the United States, approximately 35.5 million people have chronic kidney disease (CKD). 1 For some, ...

Removing race from the eGFR had a big impact, resulting in 5.3 more kidney transplants per 1000 Black candidates.

A closer examination of the APOL1 gene in Black patients with kidney disease can provide more accurate diagnoses than current ...

The kidneys are one of the most vital organs in our body. Therefore, if there is any problem with this organ, symptoms appear ...

Late-night eating may do more than disturb sleep. Expert explains how frequent nighttime meals can strain metabolism and ...

The Pakistan Medical Association has warned that up to 50,000 new cases of kidney failure may occur in Pakistan this year, ...

Contaminated groundwater containing arsenic, fluoride and heavy metals may contribute to chronic kidney disease in India. Experts warn long-term exposure to unsafe drinking water can gradually damage ...