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• Zithromax Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) Reaction Outlined in Case Study

  August 19, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  The popular antibiotic, Zithromax, has been linked to at least a dozen reported cases of SJS skin reactions, which may be increased by kidney failure or chronic kidney disease.

• Nexium, Prilosec May Lead to High Blood Pressure Among Menopausal Women: Study

  July 10, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study links proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid to increased risks of high blood pressure among postmenopausal women, raising concerns about long-term use of heartburn and acid reflux medications.

• Side Effects of Lithium Prescribed to Bipolar Patients May Increase Risks of Thyroid, Kidney Problems: Study

  February 19, 2025

  Michael Adams

  New research suggests that the safe dosage limits of lithium for bipolar disorder treatment may be lower than previously thought.

• Preventing Preeclampsia in Women With Chronic Hypertension Lowers Death Risk: Study

  February 5, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study reveals that, while women with chronic hypertension face an increased risk of preeclampsia, if the condition can be prevented their risk of maternal health problems was the same as other healthy women.

• Study Finds Link Between PFAS and Kidney Problems Caused by Gut Bacteria

  November 25, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  Researchers in a new study say that the effects of PFAS on certain gut bacteria may be responsible for loss of kidney function in young adults.

• Babies Born Through IVF Face Higher Risk of Heart Defects: Study

  October 2, 2024

  Michael Adams

  New research warns that compared to children who are naturally conceived, babies born following IVF treatments may face a higher risk of developing congenital heart defects.

• Treating IBD with Humira, Remicade May Increase Risk of Kidney Damage: Study

  April 17, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that taking TNF inhibitors like Humira and Enbrel can lead to rapid reduction in kidney functioning for IBD patients.

• Study Finds Insufficient Care for Women with Pregnancy-Related Kidney Disease

  December 12, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds many pregnant women do not get the proper treatment for end-stage kidney disease, which could put them and their unborn child at risk.

• Children Twice as Likely to Die if Treated at For-Profit Dialysis Centers, Study Warns

  September 11, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds children are twice as likely to die if treated at for-profit dialysis centers than at nonprofit facilities.

• Rapid Deterioration of TAVR Heart Valves Seen in Some Kidney Disease Patients: Study

  May 22, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate end-stage kidney disease patients may experience rapid deterioration of TAVR heart valves.