kidneys

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"Her son has issues with his kidneys and it's not something he wants everybody in his class to be aware of."

From BBC • May 16, 2026

The strains that circulate in Asia and Europe — where hantavirus is more common, and generally less deadly — attack the kidneys.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Hantavirus is a rare but potentially lethal family of viruses carried by rodents, with different forms attacking the lungs or kidneys.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

They are also capable of repairing the heart, brain, spinal cord, kidneys, retinas, and pancreas.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

“You’re not going to mope around the kitchen without being put to work. See those kidneys on the counter? Cook them up for the cats.”

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam