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It's not too late to unlearn these damaging behaviors. Here a list of ten common habits that you might not realize are putting pressure on your kidneys. 

1. Overusing Painkillers

Over the counter pain medicines, such as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and Analgesics, may...

This might be an awkward question, but have you had your pee tested lately? A urinalysis or urine test gives healthcare professionals a clearer picture of your kidney function and overall health. Here's how.

What is a urinalysis?

It's not particularly fun to pee into a cup at the doctor's office, but what healthcare providers can find in just two tablespoons of urine makes it all worth it–signs of serious...

It’s a classic American tradition to hit the highway for a good old-fashioned road trip. Whether you love city life, or live in the suburbs or country, there is nothing like taking a liberating escape across the country in your car. Of course, you don’t want to drive in total silence. That would be about as fun as getting a flat tire!

So we have compiled a list of what we believe are the 20 best road trip songs...

More than 37 million American adults are living with kidney disease and most don’t know it. “There are a number of physical signs of kidney disease, but sometimes people attribute them to other conditions. Also, those with kidney disease tend not to experience symptoms until the very late stages, when the kidneys are ...

33% of American adults are at risk for kidney disease.

Yes, one in three people.

If you are Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian American, Pacific Islander, American Indian, or Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, heritage you may be at an increased risk for kidney disease.

Black or African Americans...

Do you know your risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD)? Risk factors are things that make it more likely you will have kidney disease. Some of them can be treated so you can work with your doctor to reduce risks of kidney disease. It is helpful to think of risk in terms of things you can change, and things you can't change.

Do you know which of these diseases can lead to kidney problems?
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • High...

Co-host for WWE's Raw Talk, SmackDown LowDown, and The Bump, Megan Connolly (also known as Megan Morant) has another title to add to her impressive resume–living kidney donor! 

Read on to learn how the WWE host was inspired to donate a kidney and made a positive impact on not just one life, but four. 

Hearing the call to donate a kidney

Megan first learned about...