Kidney Failure Center

In spite of stroke-prevention efforts in recent years, stroke risk factors appear to be becoming more common, according to a new study.

Keeping transplanted kidneys working properly can be a tough job — and one that may have just gotten a little easier.

Chronic kidney disease is a growing health problem in the US. But a new discovery may help.

Diabetes patients often face a second problem: kidney disease. But a new medication may be here to help.

Good news for cirrhosis patients: Survival may be much more common than it once was.

Smokers, it’s never too late to quit — and there may now be even more good reasons to do so.

Surgical complications could make some patients boomerang back to the hospital. And health care professionals are working to improve care for these patients.

Organ transplants have been saving lives for years. And as the need for transplants grows, so does the need for donors.

Like Goldilocks and her porridge, people with diabetes need their blood sugar "just right." In some cases, though, diabetes treatment for older adults with other health problems can be overly strict, which may cause blood sugar problems.

Obesity and metabolic problems may not always go hand-in-hand. Some obese people may not develop the metabolic changes that are often tied to obesity.

Extreme heat may spark more health problems than just heat stroke.

There’s new hope for people who have both diabetes and kidney disease.

Having high blood pressure in a test at the doctor's office may not mean you have it all the time. Monitoring blood pressure outside the doctor's office, however, may lead to more accurate results.

Some dialysis patients taking a medication called cinacalcet just can't catch a break — and that's a good thing.

Obese patients sometimes choose weight loss surgery to improve their heart health and drop pounds more quickly. And new research suggests the surgery may improve kidney function.

Healthy gums make for a winning smile, but poor gum health may lead to other health problems. A new study suggests that periodontal disease in blacks might increase their risk for chronic kidney disease.

Exercise can be an effective natural “medicine.” It can help reduce high blood pressure and lower blood sugar. For those with kidney failure, it may prolong life and boost mental health.

Some patients are less likely than others to undergo surgery to receive a new kidney. New research looked at the concerns that may drive this decision-making in patients.

Conventional medical wisdom regarding acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease considers the two conditions separately. But relying on dated practices doesn’t always result in the best patient care.

Managing blood sugar levels is a central part of treating diabetes and preventing complications related to diabetes. And now, new research has reinforced that important fact.