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After graduating high school in 2015, Mario Silva joined the Marine Corps and began his career at a base in South Carolina, working as an administrator and performing military funerals. He fell into a rhythm and loved his job, but a short year later, Mario's commanding officer sent him to the sick bay for a routine annual physical that would change his life forever.

The doctors found that Mario's blood...

Getting enough nutrients every day is important for health. Nutrients give you the energy to complete daily tasks, build muscle, repair body tissue, prevent infection and maintain a healthy weight. The “key” nutrients are protein, calories, vitamins, and minerals. Your body needs all of these every day. 

Most people get enough nutrients by eating a wide variety of foods each day. However, if you have...

We dedicate this to the Parson Family, who made the selfless decision to delay their grieving and allow the doctors at the University of Alabama to maintain Jim Parsons' body functioning on a ventilator so this scientific and medical breakthrough could be possible.

Science has come a long way in extending life for kidney patients. Is transplantation between humans and animals the next step? In this episode of Hot Topics, Jayme Locke...

Donating a kidney is one of the most selfless gifts one person can give to another. But what is the donor experience like before and after the transplant surgery? Read living kidney donor Jessica Kolansky’s personal story and hear from transplant coordinator Alexandra Tatooles to find out. Along the way, learn about the donor evaluation process, the transplant surgery, and resources available to living kidney donors.

Derek Forfang's journey with kidney disease has been a long, winding road filled with anxiety, depression, and heartbreak. Even after receiving one pancreas and two kidney transplants, Derek's battle was far from over. Despite all the challenges he continues to face, Derek has remained determined to thrive, not just survive. 

Now he uses his experiences to help others going through similar struggles.

When Logan Blevins was three days old, a preemie weighing just three pounds and four ounces, his doctors noticed something amiss with his urine and blood tests. They narrowed the cause of the abnormalities down to three options: infection, underdeveloped kidneys, or a rare kidney disorder. A few days later, doctors determined Logan had the rare kidney disorder called congenital nephrotic syndrome of the Finnish type or CNF.

A recent study1 revealed that at least 45% of tap water in the United States is contaminated with PFAS, also known as forever chemicals. What are these chemicals, where are they found, and what dangers do they pose? Here's what you need to know.

Forever chemicals are linked to increased risk of several health issues, including...