Understanding treatment options for kidney disease
Filipino patients with end-stage renal disease can choose among kidney transplantation, dialysis and conservative care, with NephroPlus Philippines expanding…
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kidney ailment
Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on kidney ailment.
Pig kidney serves as bridge to human transplant in medical first
In a world-first, a 66-year-old patient lived 271 days dialysis-free with a genetically edited pig kidney before successfully receiving a human kidney…
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NephroPlus expands kidney health advocacy nationwide
NephroPlus Philippines is expanding its Kaagapay sa Kalusugan ng Bato campaign nationwide, promoting chronic kidney disease awareness, patient education, and…
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One for three: Links among heart, kidney, metabolic diseases
Health advocates are urging Filipinos to prioritize early prevention of chronic kidney disease, diabetes and hypertension, highlighting the importance of…
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Rising kidney disease cases threaten to drain PH health resources
Expert urges early screening, lifestyle changes, vigilance toward supplements
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Low-sodium living tackled
In the Philippines, the burden of kidney disease continues to grow, wherein one Filipino develops kidney disease every hour.
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Early kidney disease detection a big help to society — doctor
‘Most of the patients come to us because of the complications already.’
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St. Luke’s QC earns international certification on kidney transplant program
St. Luke’s Medical Center in Quezon City has received Joint Commission International (JCI) Clinical Care Program Certification for its kidney transplant…
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Dialysis didn’t kill them: What we get dangerously wrong about renal disease
Kidney failure does not wait. It progresses quietly — until it doesn’t.
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Mercury Drug, partners offer expanded kidney screenings
Celebrate World Kidney Day with Mercury Drug's expanded free kidney screenings, now available nationwide. Partnering with AstraZeneca Philippines and Diabetes…
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Libreng UACR test sa ilang Mercury Drug para sa kidney disease
Mercury Drug, kasama ang AstraZeneca at Diabetes Philippines, ay nag-aalok ng libreng Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio (UACR) test sa apat na Mercury Drug…
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Fit on the outside, at risk inside
Looking healthy does not guarantee kidney safety. Diet balance, body composition, and early testing matter.
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Free UACR tests target early detection of kidney disease
Mercury Drug Corporation, along with AstraZeneca and Diabetes Philippines, are holding free Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio (UACR) tests at four Mercury Drug…
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SPMC opens Kidney and Transplant Institute to expand regional care
Southern Philippines Medical Center launches new institute consolidating renal services to improve access for Mindanao patients and support research and…
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Beyond dialysis: A vision for kidney health
Beyond expanding dialysis sessions — which admittedly provide immediate relief — we need deeper, more enduring solutions.
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Millions of Filipinos at risk of kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects nearly 13 million Filipinos, with Boehringer Ingelheim pushing for early detection, better access, and awareness to curb…
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'Take care of your kidneys,' physician urges young Filipinos
A health expert warns young Filipinos against unhealthy habits, urging them to adopt early lifestyle changes to prevent kidney disease, which affects over 12…
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