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September 15, 2026

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Cialis Linked to Higher Glaucoma Risk in Large Study

Sep. 7, 2026 A large study of nearly 74,000 men suggests that long-term use of tadalafil, best known as Cialis, may be linked to a higher risk of glaucoma and other eye pressure problems. Men prescribed the drug for urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged ...

Heart Disease and Kidney Disease Can Fuel Each Other. New Guidelines Aim to Break the Cycle

Sep. 5, 2026 Heart disease and chronic kidney disease can accelerate one another, but new guidelines say simple screening and early treatment could substantially reduce the risks. Blood and urine tests, combined ...

Widely Prescribed Blood Pressure Drugs Linked to 33% Higher Kidney Risk in Type 2 Diabetes

Aug. 18, 2026 A widely prescribed blood pressure drug was associated with a 33% higher risk of serious kidney problems in people with type 2 diabetes, even when they were already taking kidney-protective ...

This Drug Could Help Millions Keep Their Kidneys Working Longer

July 16, 2026 An international study found that finerenone slows kidney function decline and reduces the risk of serious kidney and cardiovascular complications in people with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. The results could open the door to a ...

A Surprising Discovery Reveals the Kidney Has a Secret Backup System

June 18, 2026 Scientists at Mayo Clinic have uncovered a surprising new way the kidneys conserve water, revealing a hidden backup system that works independently of the hormone long believed to control the process. The discovery emerged when researchers testing ...

Doctors Thought This Kidney Drug Helped Some Patients. It May Help Millions More.

June 8, 2026 A trio of major studies found that finerenone may protect the kidneys and heart in far more people than previously thought. The drug significantly slowed kidney disease progression and reduced the ...

A Silent Kidney Crisis Is Spreading Far Faster Than Experts Expected

May 29, 2026 A sweeping global study found that chronic kidney disease now affects nearly 800 million people and has become one of the world's leading causes of death. Often silent in its early stages, the condition is also a major contributor to heart disease ...

A Common Constipation Drug Shows Surprising Power to Protect Kidneys

May 8, 2026 A common constipation drug may have unexpectedly unlocked a new way to slow chronic kidney disease — a condition that affects millions and often leads to dialysis. In a clinical trial involving 150 patients, researchers found that lubiprostone, a ...

Why Drinking More Water Didn’t Prevent Kidney Stones

May 1, 2026 Kidney stones are notoriously painful—and frustratingly common, with many people facing repeat episodes. A massive new study tested whether a high-tech hydration program—complete with smart water bottles, reminders, coaching, and even financial ...

This New Test Could Transform UTI Treatment with Same-day Results

Mar. 31, 2026 A breakthrough urine test could dramatically speed up how doctors treat urinary tract infections, identifying the right antibiotic in under six hours instead of waiting days. By testing directly from urine—skipping the usual lab culturing ...

Stanford Scientists Say Colorblindness May Hide a Deadly Bladder Cancer Warning

Mar. 10, 2026 Colorblindness may be doing more than making traffic lights confusing — it could also be hiding a life-threatening warning sign. Researchers analyzing millions of medical records found that people ...

Mar. 4, 2026 A sweeping new study reveals that what’s on your plate may directly shape the pesticides circulating in your body. Researchers found that people who eat more fruits and vegetables known to carry higher pesticide residues—such as strawberries, ...

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A Simple Blood Test Mismatch Linked to Kidney Failure and Death

Jan. 21, 2026 A major global study suggests that a hidden mismatch between two common blood tests could quietly signal serious trouble ahead. When results from creatinine and cystatin C—two markers used to ...

Finally Explained: Why Kidney Disease Is So Deadly for the Heart

Jan. 20, 2026 Scientists have uncovered why people with chronic kidney disease so often die from heart problems: damaged kidneys release tiny particles into the bloodstream that actively poison the heart. These ...

A Hidden Brain Problem May Be an Early Warning for Alzheimer’s

Jan. 3, 2026 Researchers discovered that clogged brain “drains” show up early in people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These blockages, easily seen on standard MRI scans, are tied to toxic protein buildup ...

Alzheimer’s Blood Tests May Be Misleading for People With Kidney Problems

Dec. 5, 2025 A large study found that people with impaired kidneys tend to have higher Alzheimer’s biomarkers, yet they don’t face a higher overall risk of dementia. For those who already have elevated ...

A Silent Kidney Crisis Is Spreading Faster Than Anyone Expected

Nov. 18, 2025 Chronic kidney disease has surged to nearly 800 million cases and is now among the top causes of death worldwide. The condition is heavily linked to diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, and often ...

Scientists Reverse Kidney Damage in Mice, Hope for Humans Next

Nov. 14, 2025 Researchers uncovered how fatty molecules called ceramides trigger acute kidney injury by damaging the mitochondria that power kidney cells. By altering ceramide metabolism or using a new drug ...

Snake Pee Might Hold the Secret to Ending Gout Pain and Kidney Stones

Oct. 25, 2025 Reptiles don’t just pee, they crystallize their waste. Researchers found that snakes and other reptiles form tiny uric acid spheres, a water-saving evolutionary trick. This discovery could ...

New Pill Could Finally Control Stubborn High Blood Pressure

Oct. 8, 2025 A new pill called baxdrostat may offer hope for people whose blood pressure stays high even after taking standard medications. In a recent study, the drug lowered blood pressure and also seemed to ...

A Tiny Mineral May Hold the Secret to Feeding Billions Sustainably

Sep. 24, 2025 Rice, a staple for billions, is one of the most resource-hungry crops on the planet—but scientists may have found a way to change that. By applying nanoscale selenium directly to rice plants, ...

Hidden Gut Molecule Found to Wreck Kidneys

Sep. 12, 2025 Scientists discovered that a gut bacteria molecule called corisin can travel to the kidneys, triggering inflammation and scarring that lead to diabetic kidney fibrosis. By attaching to albumin in the ...

Parkinson’s Reversal? One Drug Brings Dying Brain Cells Back to Life

July 3, 2025 Stanford researchers discovered that dialing down an overactive enzyme, LRRK2, can regrow lost cellular “antennae” in key brain cells, restoring vital dopamine communication and neuroprotective ...

Mindfulness and Brain Stimulation Could Reduce Bladder Leaks

May 29, 2025 A new study suggests that mindfulness training and/or non-invasive brain stimulation could reduce bladder leaks and feelings of urgency in patients with 'latchkey ...

New Blood Test Shows Superior Sensitivity in Detecting HPV-Associated Head and Neck Cancers

May 20, 2025 Head and neck cancer researchers are reporting the development and testing of HPV-DeepSeek, a novel liquid biopsy assay. In their new study, HPV-DeepSeek achieved 99% sensitivty and specifity for ...

Selenium Exposure During Pregnancy May Reduce Childhood Streptococcal Infections

May 20, 2025 Higher maternal selenium levels during pregnancy were associated with a lower risk of streptococcal infections in children, suggesting a potential protective ...

Urine Test Could Reveal Early Prostate Cancer

Apr. 28, 2025 A newly published study indicates that prostate cancer can be diagnosed at an early stage through a simple urine sample. With the aid of AI and extensive analyses of gene activity in tumors, they ...

Researchers Report Association Between Urinary Incontinence, Cardiovascular Disease

Apr. 16, 2025 Researchers report an association between urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease risk in women. The researcher recommend women should be checked regularly for urinary ...

Researchers Identify Precision Medicine Approach for Preventing Kidney Failure

Apr. 9, 2025 Researchers have identified type 5 collagen as a key factor in kidney fibrosis, revealing its potential as a biomarker to predict chronic kidney disease progression. A repurposed anti-cancer drug, ...

Blood Test May Rule out Future Dementia Risk

Apr. 2, 2025 Researchers have demonstrated how specific biomarkers in the blood can predict the development of dementia up to ten years before diagnosis, among older adults living independently in the ...

Human Urine, a Valuable Resource as Fertilizer for Sustainable Urban Agriculture, Study Concludes

Mar. 27, 2025 The reuse of human urine would allow for the production of sustainable fertilizers for urban agriculture, with significant environmental benefits, a new study concludes. The research evaluates the ...

The Right Moves to Rein in Fibrosis

Mar. 24, 2025 Biomedical researchers have decoded how mechanical forces drive cell behavior in ...

Ammonia Build-Up Kills Liver Cells but Can Be Prevented Using Existing Drug

Mar. 7, 2025 High levels of ammonia kill liver cells by damaging the mitochondria that power the cells. But this can be prevented using an existing drug due to start clinical trials, finds a new study in ...

Disordered Eating and Certain Foods Linked to Higher Risk for Urinary Incontinence in Middle-Aged Women

Feb. 13, 2025 Eating behavior is associated with symptoms of pelvic floor disorders in middle-aged women. For example, higher consumption of highly processed ready-made foods and fast food increased the risk for ...

Researchers Create Genetic Map Tied to Kidney Disease

Feb. 11, 2025 Over 1,000 genes may serve as possible treatment targets for individuals with kidney disease, according to a new study. By creating the most complete and detailed genetic 'map' of kidney ...

Relief Could Be on the Way for UTI Sufferers Dealing With Debilitating Pain

Feb. 5, 2025 New insights into what causes the painful and disruptive symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) could offer hope for improved treatment. UTIs are one of the most prevalent bacterial infections ...

Study Establishes Link Between Early Side Effects from Prostate Cancer Radiation and Long-Term Side Effects

Jan. 31, 2025 Men undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer who experience side effects early in treatment may face a higher risk of developing more serious long-term urinary and bowel health issues, ...

Researchers Develop Biomarker Algorithm for Noninvasive Detection of Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Cancer

Jan. 22, 2025 By studying biomarkers known to be involved in gastrointestinal cancers, researchers have developed a biomarker algorithm that, when combined with a noninvasive method to collect esophageal cells for ...

MRI Scanning and Biopsy Could Reduce Delays in the Correct Treatment for Bladder Cancer by More Than Six Weeks

Jan. 15, 2025 Patients with a common aggressive type of bladder cancer could get correct treatment significantly quicker as new research suggests that initial MRI imaging and biopsy could be used to reduce the ...

Putting a Lid on Excess Cholesterol to Halt Bladder Cancer Cell Growth

Jan. 14, 2025 Researchers discover novel targets for bladder cancer therapeutics and demonstrate that a new combination of existing drugs, including statins, blocks tumor growth in ...

New Biomarkers Could Improve Early Detection and Monitoring of Kidney Injury

Jan. 6, 2025 Researchers have identified six new biomarkers that could detect kidney injury faster and with more sensitivity, advancing safer drug development and improving health outcomes for patients. The new ...

MRI-First Strategy for Prostate Cancer Detection Proves to Be Safe, Study Finds

Dec. 19, 2024 There are several strategies for the early detection of prostate cancer. The first step is often a blood test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA). If PSA levels exceed a certain threshold, the next ...