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Supplements claiming to work like Ozempic and Wegovy are now being sold – here’s what the evidence actually says about these products

GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro have been heralded as some of the most important drug breakthroughs ever. This has led to huge demand for these drugs globally – both from those who have a medical need for them (such as those with type 2 diabetes) and people who…

The Conversation · Nov 27, 2024

Researchers of tobacco, alcohol and ultra-processed foods face threats and intimidation – new study

Cancer, heart disease, chronic respiratory conditions, diabetes and stroke now account for nearly three-quarters of all deaths globally. Investigating the causes of these diseases has never been more crucial for public health.

The Conversation · Nov 27, 2024

Latina Women Among Hardest Hit by Preterm Birth Rates in the U.S., Report Finds

Environmental factors and inadequate prenatal care disproportionately harm Latina mothers, with diabetes and heat exposure contributing to rising preterm birth rates.

Latin Times · Nov 27, 2024

Exposure to air pollution may harm male and female fertility

Various factors like not only stress, unhealthy diets, obesity, and diabetes but also air pollution can negatively impact the fertility of both men and women. These factors can take a toll on one’s reproductive health and result in challenges with conception. It is crucial to consult a fertility specialist to…

The Times of India · Nov 25, 2024

The Stelo glucose biosensor changed the way I manage my diabetes - I tested it for two weeks, and here's how it went

The Stelo glucose biosensor is more affordable and accessible, but how well does it work for diabetics?

TechRadar · Nov 24, 2024

Why is my dog peeing so much? Vet explains the causes for increased urination in dogs

An expert shares eight reasons for increased urination in dogs and when it's time to see a vet.

PetsRadar · Nov 21, 2024

Hear me out: RFK Jr could be a transformational health secretary

RFK Jr has articulated what our Democratic and Republican leaders have largely ignored: our healthcare system is a national disgrace hiding in plain sight

The Guardian - US · Nov 21, 2024

How air pollution increases the risk of Diabetes

A large number of epidemiological studies have highlighted the adverse effects of air pollution on diabetes. As per the Global Burden of Disease Study by Lancet estimated, approximately a fifth of the global burden of type 2 diabetes was attributable to PM2·5 exposure. With 99% of the global population residing…

The Times of India · Nov 21, 2024

Diagnosing Diabetes At Younger Age Increases Dementia Risk: Study

With each year earlier a person is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, their risk of developing dementia rises by 1.9%.

Medical Daily · Nov 21, 2024

Transplanting insulin-making cells to treat Type 1 diabetes is challenging − but stem cells offer a potential improvement

Diabetes develops when the body fails to manage its blood glucose levels. One form of diabetes causes the body to not produce insulin at all. Called Type 1 diabetes, or T1D, this autoimmune disease happens when the body’s defense system mistakes its own insulin-producing cells as foreign and kills them.…

The Conversation · Nov 20, 2024