Tag: kidney health
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Mercury in Delhi Air: How It Impacts Kidney Health
Mercury in Delhi’s Air: A silent threat to kidney health New scientific findings show that Delhi’s air contains elevated levels of mercury, a toxic heavy metal that can harm multiple organs, especially the kidneys. The World Health Organization lists mercury among the most dangerous chemicals for public health, and recent research highlights the potential impact…
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Night Shift Kidney Stones: 15% Higher Risk for Workers
Night shift workers face a 15% higher risk of kidney stones, study warns New research published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings and summarized by health reporters underscores a concerning health trend: working night shifts is linked to a 15% higher risk of developing kidney stones. The risk is not uniform across all night workers. Younger employees…