Current chronic kidney disease diagnostic thresholds reflect true patient risk
The thresholds for kidney function currently used to diagnose chronic kidney disease (CKD) reflect a true increase in…
Semaglutide boosts well-being among patients with diabetes and CKD
New findings from the landmark FLOW trial, presented at the 63rd ERA Congress, show that once-weekly semaglutide significantly…
Cardio-Renal Interactions in Older Adults: A Clinical Review of Prevalence, Polypharmacy, and Pragmatic Management
The challenges posed by the treatment of cardiorenal syndrome are complex, and are examined and discussed in this…
How 5 to 10 minute ‘exercise snacking’ sessions can get you fit and lower disease risk
January usually triggers a renewed sense of enthusiasm for getting fit, but as the months roll on and…
New algorithm enables precise subtyping of metabolic liver disease
Metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a clinically heterogeneous condition with highly variable outcomes affecting more than 30%…
How are GLP-1 drugs reshaping treatment for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease?
A sweeping Lancet review reveals how modern incretin-based drugs are reshaping treatment for obesity and diabetes, delivering powerful…
Undiagnosed diabetes and kidney disease raise heart risk
Diabetes and kidney disease are major risk factors for heart disease, yet many cases are undiagnosed. In addition,…
Improving survival in people with severe psychiatric disorders
An expert editorial suggests that widely used diabetes and obesity drugs may help close the long-standing mortality gap…
Scientists discover why patients with chronic kidney disease die of heart problems
Scientists have discovered an answer to the longstanding mystery of why more than half of patients with chronic…
Majority of older adults in Ireland have poorly controlled high blood pressure
High blood pressure becomes more common after age 40years yet new research from The Irish Longitudinal Study on…
Light daily movement linked to longer life in cardiometabolic disease
Even small increases in everyday movement may translate into meaningful survival benefits for people living with advanced heart,…
Fitness coach shares ‘why young Malaysians are losing their kidneys’; some as young as 40
Rising cases of kidney problems are being reported among young adults in Malaysia, with lifestyle factors, poor diet,…