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AbstractThe European Kidney Health Alliance’s 2023 annual Policy Forum brought together relevant stakeholder groups and examined the impact of the environment on kidney health and of kidney…

AbstractBackgroundStandard reverse osmosis systems for hemodialysis operate at 60–75% recovery rates, wasting 25–40% of feed water as brine. This inefficiency poses a critical challenge in…

This editorial reviews long-term follow-up data from the SPRINT trial, examining outcomes of intensive (<120 mmHg) versus standard (<140 mmHg) systolic blood pressure targets in hypertensive…

heatwave resources for primary care, including heat health action cards adaptable for local use

AbstractBackgroundWater scarcity is an escalating global challenge with growing relevance for healthcare systems. Nephrology is particularly affected, as dialysis is a life-sustaining yet highly…

This blog summarises the evidence, suggests actions to take in general practice that can help save lives, reduce service demand, and protect staff and infrastructure during periods of extreme heat

Rapid advancements in digital healthcare technologies have created new opportunities in nephrology, but they have also increased the fragmentation of datasets, complexity of data sharing, data privacy…

Sustainability in kidney care is often perceived as requiring trade-offs in clinical quality, yet green nephrology can strengthen clinical excellence by identifying ‘sweet spots’ where improved…

In Germany, rising heat-related mortality and hospital admissions are posing significant challenges to healthcare systems. Nurses working in inpatient care facilities are particularly vulnerable…

To the Editor,Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is among the fastest growing causes of death [1]. However, lay audiences, including healthcare authorities, are often unaware of its mortality burden. For…