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Doctors thought this kidney drug helped some patients. It may help millions more.

Science Daily · Jun 8, 2026, 4:20 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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A trio of major studies found that finerenone may protect the kidneys and heart in far more people than previously thought. The drug significantly slowed kidney disease progression and reduced the risks of kidney failure, heart failure, cardiovascular death, and overall mortality. Researchers saw be

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Doctors thought this kidney drug helped some patients. It may help millions more.

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