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Doctor shares 4 things you must do today to avoid kidney failure

Your kidneys might be dying silently. Doctor shares 4 things you must do today to save them before it’s too late.

Adopt these 4 simple habits or risk kidney failure: Doctor’s shocking advice.(Image by Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 13, 2025 07:00 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Swollen feet and nausea? Diabetics, don’t ignore these alarming signs of CKD

Experts sound the alarm as chronic kidney disease is surging and ignoring these early symptoms could lead to dialysis or a kidney transplant in diabetics.

Unchecked diabetes can shut down your kidneys. Watch out for these warning signs.(Image by Pixabay)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 08, 2025 08:44 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Chandigarh: PGI survey uncovers hypertension fallacies among senior citizens

The survey by the department of dietetics at PGIMER, Chandigarh, conducted from March 10-15, focused on 60 hypertensive patients, mostly senior citizens (60% male and 40% female), at special diet clinics at New OPD and Advanced Cardiac Centre

Of the 60 patients surveyed, 40.9% believed high blood pressure is curable, which doctors say is a misconception. It is controllable, not curable. (iStock)

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Published on Mar 17, 2025 08:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

New Hampshire man successfully receives Pig kidney in groundbreaking transplant

A 66-year-old man, Tim Andrews, has successfully undergone a pig kidney transplant, becoming the second person to do so.

Surgeons from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on Jan. 25, 2025, successfully transplanted a genetically-edited pig kidney into 66-year-old Tim Andrews of Concord, N.H. AP/PTI(AP02_07_2025_000260B)(AP)

world news

Updated on Feb 08, 2025 12:42 PM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

New study shows how pain coping skills help dialysis patients with chronic pain

A study shows pain coping skills training (PCST) significantly alleviates chronic pain in dialysis patients, enhancing their quality of life.

New Mexico study reveals benefits of pain coping skills for dialysis patients.

lifestyle

Published on Feb 02, 2025 05:22 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, New Mexico

Could a history of asthma or depression lead to kidney failure years later?

Asthma remains a significant global health challenge. But did you know it could affect kidney health? Even depression may be linked to possible kidney failure.

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways with variable expiratory airflow limitation and diverse respiratory symptoms.

lifestyle

Updated on Dec 19, 2024 04:53 PM IST

ByHT Lifestyle Desk | Edited by Sanya Panwar

Scientists from India, Australia, US, UK build tool to assess life participation post kidney surgery

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Published on Feb 20, 2024 12:54 PM IST

PTI |

Kidney donation: Prerequisites for a kidney transplant, who can donate and more

Read on to know what is a kidney transplant, who can be a potential organ donor, what are the prerequisites for a kidney transplant and how it is done

Kidney donation: Prerequisites for a kidney transplant, who can donate and all you need to know (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

lifestyle

Published on Dec 23, 2023 06:43 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hypertension and kidney health: How Ayurveda can help manage the same

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a leading cause of kidney disease and kidney failure. Ayurvedic experts reveal how Ayurveda can help manage the same

lifestyle

Published on Oct 11, 2023 07:28 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Kidney cancer: Causes, diagnosis, drawbacks of conventional surgery, treatment

Preserving kidney health: Here's all you need to know about the causes and diagnosis of kidney cancer, conventional surgery drawbacks and some breakthrough ones

Kidney cancer: Causes, diagnosis, drawbacks of conventional surgery, breakthrough treatments (Photo by Twitter/CSGMallorca)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 10, 2023 01:35 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Why RIP Shredder is trending on X (formerly Twitter)

X users were very confused on Thursday when they saw a trend titled “Rip Shredder”.

Shredder from TMNT and Klein's best friend of Ethan Klein

trending

Updated on Aug 31, 2023 12:59 PM IST

ByHT Trending Desk

PGI marks 50 years of its first kidney transplant, patients share journeys

PGIMER director Vivek Lal said, “Kidney donation rate might not be as advanced as what we would like it to be. We need to reach out, collaborate and replicate the best practices of each other to upskill, and upscale the donation rate, which is still abysmally low to meet the requirement”

Sukhdev’s, the longest-surviving (37 years) recipient of a kidney transplant at PGIMER, sharing his experience at the event. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jun 22, 2023 03:12 AM IST

ByRobert Abraham, Chandigarh

Nawab Malik seeks interim bail on medical grounds

NCP leader Nawab Malik has approached the Bombay High Court seeking bail in a money laundering case, citing kidney failure as the reason. Malik's parents and brother have also died of the same ailment. His counsel submitted that he had been undergoing treatment for various ailments since his arrest in February last year and had suffered kidney failure. The bench sought the medical report of JJ Hospital doctors to understand the extent of Malik?s ailment.

cities

Updated on Jun 14, 2023 01:03 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Acute kidney failure vs chronic kidney failure: Tips to prevent kidney problems

Did you know acute kidney failure or acute kidney injury which is progressing rapidly and is commonly seen in those who are critically ill? Here's all you need to know about acute kidney failure vs chronic kidney failure, its treatment and tips to prevent kidney problems

Acute kidney failure vs chronic kidney failure: Treatment, tips to keep kidney problems at bay (HT_PRINT)

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Updated on Mar 11, 2023 01:52 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Signs of weak kidney, tips to prevent chronic kidney disease

Want to stay healthy throughout life? Watch out for these signs of weak kidney and check out this list of tips to prevent chronic kidney disease

lifestyle

Updated on Mar 01, 2023 08:31 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Lalu Prasad's kidney transplant in Singapore: Diet plans for kidney patients

RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has long been suffering from various health issues and the doctors attending to him had recently advised a kidney transplant which turned successful this Monday in Singapore. Check out these diet plans by doctors for kidney patients

Lalu Prasad Yadav undergoes kidney transplant in Singapore. Here are diet plans for kidney patients (HT_PRINT)

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Updated on Dec 05, 2022 05:53 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Diabetes: 5 daily habits to boost kidney health in people with diabetes

Diabetes can raise risk of serious kidney complications. Here are some daily habits that could keep your kidneys healthy.

Out of the major causes of kidney diseases, diabetes accounts for almost 42% of all cases. (Twitter/NJUrology)

lifestyle

Updated on Nov 24, 2022 09:59 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Anaya Soni of Mere Sai fame suffers kidney failure, hospitalised

Anaya Soni of Mere Sai fame has been hospitalised after suffering a kidney failure. She is reportedly in need of financial help for her treatment.

Anaya Soni has suffered a kidney failure.

entertainment

Published on Oct 02, 2022 01:10 PM IST

ByHT Entertainment Desk

Kidney failure: Top reasons why it happens; warning symptoms

What causes kidney failure in people – is it diabetes, hypertension or your genes? Know from experts.

lifestyle

Published on Aug 31, 2022 01:17 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, Delhi

Research finds correct diet can help safeguard against acute kidney injury

Four out of six different nutritional strategies help out in preventing acute kidney injury, suggests a team of researchers.

Acute kidney injury is a very common and dangerous disease, often leading to hospitalization and death. (HT File Photo)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 27, 2022 10:00 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal

World Kidney Day: Diabetes can damage your kidneys; watch out for warning signs

World Kidney Day 2022: Diabetes slowly damages your kidneys over the years, however, it is difficult to spot warning signs. Know about all diabetic kidney disease.

lifestyle

Published on Mar 09, 2022 06:28 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal

Kidney Cancer: What it means when the cancer is advanced; know the stages

Kidney Cancer: People may not report any pain in the initial stage of kidney cancer, but one should be watchful of sudden changes in the body.

The symptoms of kidney cancer usually manifest themselves in the later stages, as the cancer progresses

lifestyle

Updated on Feb 08, 2022 05:28 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal

Covid-19 can cause serious kidney damage, warns expert

Covid-19 has caused serious long-term kidney damage in people to the extent that they needed dialysis, said a nephrologist.

The expert says Covid can either cause direct damage to the cells of the kidney, or increase blood clotting that reduces blood flow to kidneys.

lifestyle

Published on Jan 05, 2022 06:19 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal

Pesticide associated with chronic kidney disease: Study

A new study by the University of Queensland has found that a commonly available pesticide is linked to an increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

lifestyle

Published on Jan 02, 2022 11:28 AM IST

ANI | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal

Heart health of kidney failure patients can be improved by cycling moderately

A new study published in the Kidney International journal revealed that patients who suffer from kidney failure and undergo dialysis can improve their heart health by cycling at moderate intensity.

Kidney failure patients can transform heart health by cycling (Pexels)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 11, 2021 07:56 AM IST

ANI | , Washington

Cycling at moderate intensity transforms heart health of patients: Study

According to a new study, cycling at moderate intensity during dialysis could drastically improve the heart health of patients with kidney failure.

The findings of the study were published in the journal titled 'Kidney International'.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 09, 2021 09:20 PM IST

ANI | , Washington [us]

Covid-19 complications include kidney, lung and cardiovascular issues: Study

According to new research, a larger study of patients in the USA has revealed that individuals who contracted Covid-19 suffered from several complications like kidney, lung, and cardiovascular issues due to the disease.

The most common complications associated with Covid-19 were pneumonia, respiratory failure, kidney failure, and sepsis or systemic inflammation, consistent with other studies.(Pixabay)

lifestyle

Updated on Dec 13, 2020 07:42 PM IST

Washington (US) | ByAsian News International | Posted by Jahnavi Gupta

Can COVID-19 be transmitted through breast milk?

Coronaviruses (CoV) are a family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV).

Common signs of infection include fever, cough, running nose, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Updated on May 02, 2020 05:45 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByDr Prathima Reddy

7.4 kg kidney, equivalent to weight of 2 newborns, removed from man in Delhi hospital

The man was diagnosed in 2006 with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, an inherited condition in which fluid-filled cysts develop all over the kidneys causing them to swell up and stop working.

The doctors claim this is the largest kidney removed in India and the third largest in the world.(Representational Photo)

cities

Updated on Nov 26, 2019 08:42 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

Being physically active reduces death risk in older adults

During the study, from January to August 2014, researchers conducted home interviews with 1,451 adults older than 60. Of these, 971 participants were given wrist monitors to measure their physical activity.

lifestyle

Updated on Nov 03, 2019 02:16 PM IST

Asian News International | ByAsian News International, Washington Dc

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Latest from kidney failure

Your kidneys might be dying silently. Doctor shares 4 things you must do today to save them before it’s too late.

Experts sound the alarm as chronic kidney disease is surging and ignoring these early symptoms could lead to dialysis or a kidney transplant in diabetics.

The survey by the department of dietetics at PGIMER, Chandigarh, conducted from March 10-15, focused on 60 hypertensive patients, mostly senior citizens (60% male and 40% female), at special diet clinics at New OPD and Advanced Cardiac Centre

A 66-year-old man, Tim Andrews, has successfully undergone a pig kidney transplant, becoming the second person to do so.

A study shows pain coping skills training (PCST) significantly alleviates chronic pain in dialysis patients, enhancing their quality of life.

Asthma remains a significant global health challenge. But did you know it could affect kidney health? Even depression may be linked to possible kidney failure.

Scientists from India, Australia, US, UK build tool to assess life participation post kidney surgery

Read on to know what is a kidney transplant, who can be a potential organ donor, what are the prerequisites for a kidney transplant and how it is done

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a leading cause of kidney disease and kidney failure. Ayurvedic experts reveal how Ayurveda can help manage the same

Preserving kidney health: Here's all you need to know about the causes and diagnosis of kidney cancer, conventional surgery drawbacks and some breakthrough ones

X users were very confused on Thursday when they saw a trend titled “Rip Shredder”.

PGIMER director Vivek Lal said, “Kidney donation rate might not be as advanced as what we would like it to be. We need to reach out, collaborate and replicate the best practices of each other to upskill, and upscale the donation rate, which is still abysmally low to meet the requirement”

Did you know acute kidney failure or acute kidney injury which is progressing rapidly and is commonly seen in those who are critically ill? Here's all you need to know about acute kidney failure vs chronic kidney failure, its treatment and tips to prevent kidney problems

Want to stay healthy throughout life? Watch out for these signs of weak kidney and check out this list of tips to prevent chronic kidney disease

RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has long been suffering from various health issues and the doctors attending to him had recently advised a kidney transplant which turned successful this Monday in Singapore. Check out these diet plans by doctors for kidney patients

Diabetes can raise risk of serious kidney complications. Here are some daily habits that could keep your kidneys healthy.

Anaya Soni of Mere Sai fame has been hospitalised after suffering a kidney failure. She is reportedly in need of financial help for her treatment.

What causes kidney failure in people – is it diabetes, hypertension or your genes? Know from experts.

Four out of six different nutritional strategies help out in preventing acute kidney injury, suggests a team of researchers.

World Kidney Day 2022: Diabetes slowly damages your kidneys over the years, however, it is difficult to spot warning signs. Know about all diabetic kidney disease.

Kidney Cancer: People may not report any pain in the initial stage of kidney cancer, but one should be watchful of sudden changes in the body.

Covid-19 has caused serious long-term kidney damage in people to the extent that they needed dialysis, said a nephrologist.

A new study by the University of Queensland has found that a commonly available pesticide is linked to an increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

A new study published in the Kidney International journal revealed that patients who suffer from kidney failure and undergo dialysis can improve their heart health by cycling at moderate intensity.

According to a new study, cycling at moderate intensity during dialysis could drastically improve the heart health of patients with kidney failure.

According to new research, a larger study of patients in the USA has revealed that individuals who contracted Covid-19 suffered from several complications like kidney, lung, and cardiovascular issues due to the disease.

Coronaviruses (CoV) are a family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV).

The man was diagnosed in 2006 with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, an inherited condition in which fluid-filled cysts develop all over the kidneys causing them to swell up and stop working.

During the study, from January to August 2014, researchers conducted home interviews with 1,451 adults older than 60. Of these, 971 participants were given wrist monitors to measure their physical activity.

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