High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, happens when too much sugar stays in the bloodstream. This problem is common in people with diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes. If blood sugar stays ...

Diabetic kidney disease often develops quietly, without early warning signs. Nephrologist explains the key tests that can detect kidney damage early and help prevent serious complications.

Kidney disease often develops silently, with many people unaware of the condition until it becomes severe. According to nephrologist Topoti Mukherjee, certain changes in the legs — including swelling, ...

A US pelvic health expert has urged people to ditch this unnecessary - and possibly detrimental - act.

A Henrico nursing home has landed on a government watch list of facilities having a record of serious health and safety failures, marking the second facility in the county to appear on the list.

In general, a good rule of thumb for staying hydrated throughout the race is to drink about 4 to 5 ounces of fluids every 15 ...

Medical tests for senior citizen health insurance may include blood and urine tests, blood pressure, blood sugar screening, heart checks, and liver and kidney function assessments.

A vet has urged everyone to carry out one 30-second task every day to help reduce your dog’s chance of developing a serious ...

Persistently high blood sugar levels can damage the delicate filtering units of the kidneys, eventually leading to diabetic kidney disease.

I advise that owners wash their dog’s water bowl daily. Rinse thoroughly in hot soapy water – scrubbing inside and out for around 30 seconds – ensuring all ...

Pregnancy is an important stage in a woman’s life. During this time, the body goes through many changes to support the growing baby. One of the organs that works harder during pregnancy is ...

Local drugstore chain Mercury Drug Corp. plans to expand its free kidney screening program to 50 more branches, aiming to help more Filipinos avoid the catastrophic complications of Chronic Kidney ...