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Archive for May, 2010

Monday, May 17th, 2010

From Johns Hopkins Medicine
April 15, 2010
A new study shows that up to 8 million Americans who don’t know they have hypertension may also have undiagnosed kidney disease. This is why it’s so important to visit your doctor and have your blood pressure checked!
Millions with Silent Hypertension May Have Kidney Disease, Too!

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Monday, May 10th, 2010

From Reuters
April 15, 2010
A new study shows that kidney stones are on the rise in children from South Carolina, most likely due to obesity, too much salt in the diet and not enough milk. It’s an alarming trend, but one that can hopefully be reversed with dietary measures, including drinking more water to stay hydrated.
Kidney Stones on the Rise in South Carolina Children

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