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COVID-19’s Sneaky Kidney Side Effect

Just found out COVID-19 can double your risk of advanced kidney disease—even if you never had kidney issues or severe symptoms at first! This risk is way higher than with the flu, especially if you’re over 45 or have diabetes or high blood pressure. Men are hit harder, too. Basically, even a mild COVID case could have long-term effects on your kidneys. Wild, right? Time to keep an eye on those labs! #COVID19 #KidneyHealth #CKD #Health