Lifelong weight patterns linked to kidney cancer risk

Lifelong weight patterns linked to kidney cancer risk

Excess weight in mid-life is a known risk factor for kidney cancer, but new research indicates…

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Weight-loss drugs can improve kidney health, study finds | Drugs

Weight-loss drugs can improve kidney health, study finds | Drugs

Weight-loss drugs can reduce the risk of worsening kidney function, kidney failure and dying from kidney…

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The global challenge of weight-related issues in kidney disease

The global challenge of weight-related issues in kidney disease

A new nationwide study from Japan spanning a 14 year study period has revealed an increasing…

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Weight-loss surgery before kidney transplantation improves health and eligibility of patients with obesity and renal failure, Mayo Clinic study finds

Weight-loss surgery before kidney transplantation improves health and eligibility of patients with obesity and renal failure, Mayo Clinic study finds

ROCHESTER, Minn. — Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy promotes relatively rapid weight loss, reduces obesity-related health issues and…

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Medications for Type 2 diabetes, weight loss & kidney health not always provided as needed

Medications for Type 2 diabetes, weight loss & kidney health not always provided as needed

Research Highlights: Three independent, preliminary research studies have found that new Type 2 diabetes and…

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