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VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research advances on a potential new treatment for gastric cancer, the needs of Veterans with chronic kidney disease and multiple sclerosis.

Veterans and others with chronic kidney disease are at a much higher risk of developing heart disease, compared with the general population.

Although March's National Kidney Month is coming to a close, it is never too late to learn about the dangers of kidney disease and take steps to protect yourself.

Early detection of kidney disease can save Veteran lives. Here’s how VA is helping.

VA Research recently published findings on telehealth kidney disease management, potential treatment for Parkinson's and help with military transition.

March is National Kidney Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the importance of kidney health and how to maintain it.

VA and the American Kidney Fund work together to fight chronic kidney disease in Veterans.

VA promotes early nutrition intervention for chronic kidney disease with targeted programs like Heathier Kidneys Through Your Kitchen.

VA’s TeleNephrology program connects Veterans with kidney specialists nationwide and provides access to lifesaving care.

Navy Veteran Antrion Smith lost 116 pounds with weight-loss surgery, but even with healthy habits, he still needed a kidney transplant.

Co-worker isn’t a match, but her spouse, who also works for VA, is a total 100% match.

VA partners with the American Kidney Fund to address the rising rates of kidney disease within the Veteran community.

Innovation revolutionary: Entrepreneur in Residence Dr. Priya Joshi works to develop a more equitable process in treating and identifying Veterans with kidney disease, hypertension and diabetes.