Nephrology
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FDA to step up oversight of cosmetics, assess ‘forever chemicals’
The cosmetic products include makeup products, nail polishes, shaving creams, other grooming products, perfumes, face and body cleansers, hair...
Latest News
Medicare announces 10 drugs targeted for price cuts in 2026
People on Medicare may in 2026 see prices drop for 10 medicines, including pricey diabetes, cancer, blood clot, and arthritis treatments.
From the Journals
Pig kidneys show ‘life-sustaining’ function in human
During the first 24 hours after transplantation, the pig kidneys made more than 37 liters of urine. “It was really a remarkable thing to see.”
Feature
Better than dialysis? Artificial kidney could be the future
We see it initially as a bridge to transplantation, or as a better option than dialysis for those who will never get a transplant.
Conference Coverage
UTI imaging falls short in some primary care settings
“The authors also showed that older providers and those working in smaller practices are less likely to comply with this particular imaging...
Commentary
Living kidney donors should receive money for their costs of donating
Kidney donation from living persons has become a prominent source of organs for those who need kidneys.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves belimumab for children with lupus nephritis
Children with lupus-related kidney damage can now receive the B cell–reducing therapy that adults with lupus nephritis have been able to get for...
Commentary
What is the healthiest salt for you?
The key to which salt is healthiest depends on the person. Our bodies need some sodium to function, just not in large amounts.
From the Journals
When should patients with kidney disease receive nephrology referral?
Combining predicted kidney failure risk with lab values will lead to better patient outcomes, according to the author of a new paper.
Livin' on the MDedge
The most important meal of the day, with extra zinc
Plus, livers live the hop life and babies get scared by their microbiomes.
From the Journals
Third COVID-19 vaccine dose helped some transplant recipients
All of those with low titers before the third dose had high titers after receiving the extra shot, in case series.