Stanford University has unveiled a ureteroscopy-compatible device that magnetizes and retrieves kidney stone fragments with a wire, with performance in a pig model beating traditional removal ...

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Reptiles don’t just pee, they crystallize their waste. Researchers found that snakes and other reptiles form tiny uric acid spheres, a water-saving evolutionary trick. This discovery could illuminate ...

Dispelling myths about beer and kidney stones, this article clarifies that while beer increases urine output, it's an unsafe and unreliable remedy. It can worsen pain, cause dehydration, and even ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. It may come as a surprise, but not all animals pee. While almost ...

A new health concern, Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome or CKM, affects nearly ninety percent of adults in the United States. This syndrome links heart, kidney and metabolic health with weight.

Dolly Parton has sparked fresh health fears after she abruptly cancelled an appearance, citing doctors' orders – and then her sister fueled panic by requesting "prayers" for the country music ...

As a dietitian, I spend a lot of time talking about how food impacts our bodies, from our hearts to our guts. But one pair of organs often gets overlooked until there’s a problem: our kidneys. These ...

As the “Jolene” singer’s Tennessee attraction Dollywood announced its newest ride, Night Flight Expedition—due in 2026—she appeared virtually to fans to share why she couldn’t be there for the big ...

Why was Dolly Parton missing for the latest Dollywood attraction announcement? The 79-year-old country star's Pigeon Forge, Tenn. theme park announced its new Night Flight Expedition ride with an ...