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Most kidney cancers are found when the doctor is checking for something else.

Exercise, a balanced diet and not smoking will help to keep your kidneys working well.

Kidneys are often donated after death but more people are choosing to donate one of their kidneys while still alive (living kidney donation).

Information and links to factsheets about urinary tract infections, kidney conditions, bladder problems, management and treatments.

You can lose up to 90 per cent of kidney function before you even feel sick.

For most types of kidney stones, the best ways to prevent stone growth or recurrence are to drink enough fluids, avoid urinary infections and treat with medications.

Although dialysis or transplant surgery after kidney failure can be challenging, many people go on to live active and productive lives.

Cancer grows when normal body cells multiply in an uncontrolled way. Cancer can affect any part of the body. Some cancers can be treated. Cancer screening tests can help detect some cancers early.

There are about 200 different types of cancer and most areas of the body can be affected.

Lung cancer occurs most often in adults between the ages of 40 and 70 who have smoked cigarettes for at least 20 years.