kidneys

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Methionine improved kidney filtration, showing that the kidneys may play a larger role than previously recognized in helping the body move from infection toward recovery.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

"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

The outstanding examples in recent years are the transplantations of hearts, kidneys, livers, and other organs, and the equally spectacular inventions of artificial organs.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas