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Ultrasound Treatment Protects Kidneys from Surgical Damage

Ultrasound treatments may help protect the kidneys after surgery, according to a new study.

Super Diaper that Can Monitor a Baby’s Health

A digital diaper that can tell parents if their infant is sick could be within reach.

Researchers Get Closer in Treating Arthritis Without Side Effects

Researchers discovered a potentially new way to treat arthritis and cancer without the side effects that increase heart attack and stroke risks.

As Researchers Are Stifled by Legal Hurdles, Novel Coronavirus Spreads to Tunisia, Kills 16 in Saudi Arabia

Tunisia has announced three new cases and one death from the SARS-linked novel coronavirus, which has finally received a name and which has affected 40 people worldwide.

For Mother's Day, Two Families Find that a Kidney Is the Gift that Keeps On Giving

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate mothers, generally with cards, flowers and chocolates.

NYC Surgeon Fired After Removing Wrong Kidney from Patient

A surgeon at Mount Sinai Medical Center, one of New York City’s most esteemed hospitals, has been summarily dismissed from his duties after it came to light that he removed the wrong kidney from a patient.

Saudi Arabia Reports 5 More Deaths from SARS-Related Novel Coronavirus

The government also says that two people are seriously ill from the condition.

Muffin Tops Are Good for Women’s Bones: Study

Unfortunately, the same could not be said for men’s beer bellies.

Lab Engineered Kidney Performs Well in Rat

Researchers announced that they have successfully created a kidney using a scaffold that can produce urine in rats when implanted.

Growth Hormone Therapy Can Help Children With Kidney Failure Grow Taller

Growth hormone therapy can help treat symptoms in children with kidney failure, according to a new study.

Man Born Without Penis Will Receive a New One, Built from His Arm

Andrew Wardle says that he has bedded 100 women.

National Kidney Month: 5 Surprising Culprits for Increasing Kidney Problems

Woman Gives her Boyfriend her Kidney for Valentine's Day

A woman gave her boyfriend of less than a year a kidney this Valentine's Day.

Ibuprofen, Other Anti-Fever Drugs Tied to Kidney Damage in Kids

Common anti-fever drugs like ibuprofen or naproxen can lead to significant kidney injury in children, says a new study article. Researchers have found that these medications are especially dangerous to children who have suffered from dehydration due to flu or other illnesses.