7 New Years Resolutions for Better Kidney Health
It’s officially 2026, and time to recommit to your kidney health. That’s especially so if you're living with kidney disease. Read on for seven tips to keep your kidneys healthy.
Covid - 19 can lead to Kidney Disease
However, recent studies now suggest that individuals who recovered from AKI stemming from COVID-19 do not fully recover their kidney function and require kidney monitioring after they leave the hospital. These studies indicate that 34% of people with COVID-19 who survied had not yet recovered their normal kidney function after 21 days from leaving the hospital. Futhermore, the studies found that kidney function declined faster in patients with COVID-19 linked AKI. Thus although people recover from COVID 19, there is now a chance that your kidney function may not.
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Blood Pressure Safety Zones: How High is Too High?
According to the CDC, 48.1% of all adults have high blood pressure – but how high is too high to prevent kidney disease? Learn more about blood pressure safety and what the upper limit is to avoid complications.
How to Tell if Your Swelling is Edema
Swelling is the body's response to illness or an injury, but how can you tell if it's something more? Learn more about swelling, whether it's edema, and what it means for your health.