Your kidneys do this automatically by passing your blood through millions of filtering units called nephrons, which have two main parts: the glomerulus and the tubule. The glomerulus is made up of ...

MDI Bio Lab scientists discovered how zebrafish solve a basic challenge in regenerative biology—insights in their newest publication in the journal Development could one day guide human repair.

Kidney aging rarely draws attention until something goes wrong. Over time, these organs quietly lose strength, filter less efficiently, and struggle to keep the body balanced. A new study now brings ...

Most people don’t really think about their kidneys. They’re not like your heart or lungs, you don’t feel them working. But ...

Dennis Moledina encountered a common problem during his training in nephrology, the specialty dedicated to kidney health.

On World Kidney Day 2026, here are five natural ways to protect kidney health, improve filtration, and lower the risk of kidney disease through simple daily habits.

Most of us don’t think twice about how much water we drink in a day. Maybe a few glasses here and there, some tea or coffee, and it feels like enough. But the truth is, our kidneys are quietly ...

Lifestyle choices like diet, hydration, exercise, and smoking habits can significantly impact kidney health and function.