**Rising Temperatures Fuel Deadly Tropical Diseases Threatening Kidney Health in Nigeria** As the world marks World Kidney Day, medical experts have sounded the alarm that rising global temperatures are contributing to the spread of tropical diseases that can severely damage kidneys. In Nigeria, where the threat is particularly dire, experts are warning that the situation requires urgent attention. According to Dr. Ebun Bamgboye, a Nephrologist and Clinical Director at St. Nicholas Hospital in Lagos, kidney disease is a growing global health crisis that demands immediate attention. With an estimated 10% of the global population living with chronic kidney disease, Nigeria's population of over 230 million people puts nearly 23 million at risk. The major danger of chronic kidney disease is that it often progresses silently until the kidneys eventually fail. At this point, treatment is crucial to prevent death. However, access to treatment remains a significant challenge in Nigeria. Dialysis, which many kidney failure patients rely on to survive, costs between 50,000 to 100,000 naira per session, and is typically required three times a week. Unfortunately, very few people can afford dialysis long-term, resulting in many deaths. The situation is further compounded by the fact that Nigeria's healthcare system is still grappling with the effects of climate change. Rising temperatures are leading to the spread of tropical diseases, which are putting additional pressure on our healthcare system. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that climate change is a major driver of kidney disease, and that the situation is likely to worsen unless urgent action is taken. In Nigeria, where kidney disease is already a significant health concern, the consequences of climate change are dire. The country's healthcare system is ill-equipped to handle the surge in kidney disease cases, and the lack of access to treatment is resulting in many preventable deaths. As we mark World Kidney Day, it is essential that we take action to address this growing health crisis. We must work towards improving access to treatment, investing in healthcare infrastructure, and taking measures to mitigate the effects of climate change. The health and well-being of Nigerians depend on it.