World Hypertension Day is observed every year on May 17th to raise awareness and promote hypertension prevention, detection, and control of High blood pressure as it is the leading risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease. This article explores the role…

kidney Function and Filtering Process Most people are born with two kidneys, each about the size of an adult fist, on either side of the spine just below the rib cage. Although small, your kidneys perform many complex and vital functions that keep the rest of the body...

About Kidney Transplant When your kidneys fail, treatment is needed to replace the work your own kidneys can no longer do. There are two types of treatment for kidney failure: dialysis or transplant.  When you get a kidney transplant, a healthy kidney...

About estimated Glomerular rate (eGFR) About estimated glomerular rate (eGFR) Your kidneys filter your blood by removing waste and extra water to make urine. The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) shows how well the kidneys are filtering. An estimated 37 million adults...

Dialysis Learn about dialysis, a treatment to remove extra fluid and waste when kidneys fail. Discover types, processes, and ways to manage dialysis effectively. About Dialysis Dialysis is a type of treatment that helps your body remove extra fluid and waste products...