Kidney Disease and Heart Disease
Why kidney and heart disease go together and how to protect both.
Last updated: 2026-09-24
Kidney and heart disease are closely linked. Most kidney patients die of cardiovascular causes, not kidney failure.
Protect both
- Control blood pressure and sugar
- Manage cholesterol
- Do not smoke
- Stay active
Frequently asked questions
Can kidney disease cause a heart attack?
It greatly increases risk, which is why heart protection is part of every kidney plan.