Kidneys are extraordinary organs. They filter a person’s entire volume of blood about 60 times daily. Put another way, kidneys filter about 180 liters of blood per day.[1] They regulate blood pressure, synthesize hormones, and create red blood cells. For National Kidney Month, learn more about kidney diseases—including the surprising medical mystery of an emerging […]
Monthly Archives: March 2019
Colorectal cancer: a burgeoning issue in younger patients
Colorectal cancer rates in younger patients have been rising. Learn about risk factors, symptoms, and prevention strategies for early detection.