Older adults who go beyond general physical activity guidelines and maintain or increase their moderate-to-vigorous physical activity levels have lower risks for rapid kidney function decline, ...

Supervised high-intensity interval training (HIIT) over 5 years reduced the risk for rapid decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) in community-dwelling adults aged 70-77 years.

Understanding eGFR and uPCR is vital for managing IgA nephropathy to predict kidney health, guide treatment, and work ...

Older adults with multiple chronic conditions may face a high risk of kidney function decline, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. In the study, ...

A diet rich in plant-based foods and lower in meat may significantly reduce the risk of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), ...

High blood pressure is a significant risk factor for kidney cancer, with studies showing nearly double the risk in people ...

Your kidneys work tirelessly every day, filtering approximately 120 to 150 quarts of blood to produce about 1 to 2 quarts of urine. These vital organs remove waste products, excess water, and toxins ...

This Rare Disease Day, observed on Feb. 28 worldwide, the American Kidney Fund is committed to improving the understanding of rare kidney diseases by providing educational resources.