Our kidneys do a tremendous amount of work. Every day, they filter about 150 quarts of blood, cleaning it of waste, toxins and extra water. They regulate how much fluid is in the body and balance our ...

(WHTM) — March is National Kidney Month, and On tonight’s Hot Topic Tuesday we have Dr. Verma from Penn State Health and Phyllis Hicks from the Kidney Foundation of Central PA. Dr. Verma can you ...

Depending on who you ask, few things are as painful as passing a kidney stone. Kidney stones form when your body isn’t getting enough water and can cause sharp back pain and blood in the urine. Though ...

More than just a flavor boost, lemons are packed with vitamin C, antioxidants, and citric acid that can protect your kidneys, ...

If you have metastatic bladder cancer, you may also be at higher risk for kidney problems, including acute kidney injuries ...

The kidneys are the body’s unsung heroes, tirelessly filtering waste, regulating blood pressure, balancing electrolytes, and producing hormones that are crucial for red blood cell production and bone ...

The kidneys work hard to keep the body operating in tip-top shape. Many people take their kidneys for granted and don’t fully understand their purpose. However, maintaining kidney health is essential ...

Hydration is a surprisingly important diabetes health factor, and it’s even more important if you also have chronic kidney disease (CKD). CKD develops in 10 to 40 percent of people with type 2 ...

For most of us, body organs inspire little awe and wonder. They do their jobs and just keep plugging away until one day, they fail or stop. One such organ is the kidney. "It is so silent we take it ...