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Ultrasound Treatment Protects Kidneys from Surgical Damage
By Christine Hsu | Aug 01, 2013 06:14 PM EDTUltrasound treatments may help protect the kidneys after surgery, according to a new study.
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Super Diaper that Can Monitor a Baby’s Health
By Cheri Cheng | Jul 10, 2013 02:34 PM EDTA digital diaper that can tell parents if their infant is sick could be within reach.
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Researchers Get Closer in Treating Arthritis Without Side Effects
By Cheri Cheng | Jul 04, 2013 05:15 PM EDTResearchers discovered a potentially new way to treat arthritis and cancer without the side effects that increase heart attack and stroke risks.
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As Researchers Are Stifled by Legal Hurdles, Novel Coronavirus Spreads to Tunisia, Kills 16 in Saudi Arabia
By Makini Brice | May 21, 2013 09:58 AM EDTTunisia 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.
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For Mother's Day, Two Families Find that a Kidney Is the Gift that Keeps On Giving
By Makini Brice | May 13, 2013 12:59 PM EDTMother’s Day is a time to celebrate mothers, generally with cards, flowers and chocolates.
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NYC Surgeon Fired After Removing Wrong Kidney from Patient
By Makini Brice | May 10, 2013 01:35 PM EDTA 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.
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Saudi Arabia Reports 5 More Deaths from SARS-Related Novel Coronavirus
By Makini Brice | May 02, 2013 01:50 PM EDTThe government also says that two people are seriously ill from the condition.
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Muffin Tops Are Good for Women’s Bones: Study
By Makini Brice | Apr 15, 2013 01:45 PM EDTUnfortunately, the same could not be said for men’s beer bellies.
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Lab Engineered Kidney Performs Well in Rat
By Cheri Cheng | Apr 15, 2013 10:44 AM EDTResearchers announced that they have successfully created a kidney using a scaffold that can produce urine in rats when implanted.
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Apple-Shaped Figure and Muffin Top Increases Risk of Kidney Disease: Study
By Jennifer Broderick | Apr 11, 2013 09:48 PM EDTPeople with "apple-shaped" bodies or "muffin-tops" are more predisposed to an increased risk of kidney disease and developing cardiovascular problems later on in life, according to a new study released Thursday.
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Growth Hormone Therapy Can Help Children With Kidney Failure Grow Taller
By Christine Hsu | Apr 05, 2013 01:17 PM EDTGrowth hormone therapy can help treat symptoms in children with kidney failure, according to a new study.
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Man Born Without Penis Will Receive a New One, Built from His Arm
By Makini Brice | Mar 18, 2013 12:08 PM EDTAndrew Wardle says that he has bedded 100 women.
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National Kidney Month: 5 Surprising Culprits for Increasing Kidney Problems
By Makini Brice | Mar 08, 2013 09:44 AM ESTThis month is National Kidney Month! Despite the fact that you cannot live without them, many people know little about what the kidney does. The hard-working organs are responsible for filtering waste from your blood, producing red blood cells and Vitamin D and regulating blood pressure levels. As kidney disease is the ninth leading cause of death in the United States, you may want to know about surprising culprits for kidney damage so that you can avoid – or manage – them.
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Woman Gives her Boyfriend her Kidney for Valentine's Day
By Christine Hsu | Feb 15, 2013 02:22 PM ESTA woman gave her boyfriend of less than a year a kidney this Valentine's Day.
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Ibuprofen, Other Anti-Fever Drugs Tied to Kidney Damage in Kids
By Affirunisa Kankudti | Jan 25, 2013 06:29 AM ESTCommon 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.
