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COVID 19 and your Kidneys

Covid-19 can cause heart and kidney problems: An expert at John Hopkins Medicine stated” The kidney damage is, in some cases, severe enough to require dialysis. Some hospitals experiencing surges of patients who are very ill with COVID-19 have reported they are running short on the machines and sterile fluids needed to perform these kidney … Continue reading “COVID 19 and your Kidneys”

Diet Explains Much of Racial Differences in Blood Pressure in US, Study Shows

NBC News (10/2/18 http://ow.ly/VvhS30mpYvW ) reports the “Southern diet” described as including “fried food, cheesy casseroles, and sweet, sweet tea” is “deadly, especially to African-Americans,” by increasing “blood pressure up to killer levels,” according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The study included “7,000 people who had been taking … Continue reading “Diet Explains Much of Racial Differences in Blood Pressure in US, Study Shows”

Did you know…

Tobacco products have a strong potential to damage the health of your kidneys? If you have questions or need a specialist, contact us for assistance or to schedule an appointment.

Kidney Fact – Alport Syndrome

DID YOU KNOW…Alport Syndrome is a genetic disorder affecting around 1 in 50,000 children, characterized by glomerulonephritis, end-stage kidney disease, and hearing loss. Contact GulfCoastKidney.com for more details or to schedule a consultation. http://ow.ly/efLM30lf4c0

Fun Kidney Facts – Your Kidneys and Red Blood Cells

Fun Fact: Kidneys produce hormones that promote red blood cell creation