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Dementia: why prescription drugs like antibiotics and vaccines have been linked to lower risk of the disease

There’s currently no cure for dementia. Although some recently developed drugs show promise in slowing the progress of the disease, these are both costly and may have limited benefit for many patients.

The Conversation

Could lifestyle changes reverse the growing diabetes epidemic? Experts weigh in at TOI Medithon Part-6

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions worldwide, leading to severe health complications if not managed properly. It occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin (Type 1 diabetes) or cannot effectively use insulin (Type 2 diabetes). Without proper control, diabetes can result in heart disease, kidney…

The Times of India

Why we should all try to eat like people in rural Papua New Guinea – new study

Western diets – high in processed foods and low in fibre – are associated with obesity, diabetes and heart disease. These diets don’t only harm our bodies, they also harm our gut microbiomes, the complex community of bacteria, fungi and viruses found in our intestinal tract that are important for…

The Conversation

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Australian Religious Group Found Guilty Of Child's Manslaughter

Tragic case in Australia where 14 individuals convicted of manslaughter in the death of 8-year-old due to lack of insulin shots for type-1 diabetes.

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The Saints: Parents and 12 other members of religious sect convicted over death of diabetic girl

The members have been found guilty of her manslaughter

The Independent UK

This country approves Ozempic to reduce risk of kidney disease in diabetes patients

The U.S. FDA has approved Novo Nordisk's Ozempic for reducing the risk of kidney failure and disease progression, as well as death due to heart problems in diabetes patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

The Times of India

New scheme offers diabetes-friendly twists on African-Caribbean meals

Heal-D supports type 2 diabetes self-management among black African and Caribbean adults

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Nursing leaders admit patients could choose assisted dying due to poor palliative care

England’s chief medical officer Chris Whitty warned against rushing to meet ‘firm deadline’ for as he gave evidence to MPs led by Kim Leadbeater, the Labour backbencher who proposed the legislation

The Independent UK

Is the diabetes epidemic being ignored? Join TOI Medithon part-6 as experts discuss management, symptoms and prevention

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide, characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s inability to produce or use insulin effectively. Raising awareness about diabetes is critical because it helps people recognize symptoms early. Early detection can significantly improve outcomes through timely interventions, lifestyle changes,…

The Times of India

Why isn’t Ozempic on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for weight loss? And should it be?

The drug is subsidised for treatment of type 2 diabetes but experts say it could help reduce other health problems associated with severe obesity

The Guardian - AU

Dr. Ergin's Holistic Diabetes Care: How SugarMD Is Empowering Women To Take Control

SugarMD offers a lifeline of hope for women seeking a holistic approach. This transformative care is now reaching women worldwide, including those in Australia, where access to innovative diabetes solutions is increasingly vital.

Medical Daily

Diabetic MP’s bid to ensure her condition is not included as cause for assisted death

Sarah Bool is calling for a list of conditions that should and should not be included in the controversial bill, due to concerns about its vagueness

The Independent UK

Semaglutide: a "wonder drug" with risks

New research is finding semaglutide, a diabetes and obesity drug, has a lot to teach about how the body works

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In Texas’ Rio Grande Valley, a push for residents to lose weight and curb diabetes

In Brownsville, the city and local hospital have helped residents lose more than 23,000 pounds since 2008.

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“They’re Not Dead Until They’re Warm”: 30 Medical Facts That Should Come With A Warning Label

The world is full of curiosities. The post “They’re Not Dead Until They’re Warm”: 30 Medical Facts That Should Come With A Warning Label first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Several years ago, a little-known drug named Ozempic – previously used only to treat diabetes – emerged as a promising new drug for weight management.

MarketBeat

Ultrasound Weight Loss: GE HealthCare and Novo Nordisk’s Play

GLP-1 drugs have been all the rage for weight loss, but GE Healthcare and Novo Nordisk are working on a non-invasive approach to controlling metabolic functions

The Guardian - UK

The fibre phenomenon: 30 easy ways to get your fill of this life-changing nutrient

It reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and colon cancer – while boosting the health of our gut microbiome and brain. Yet we all eat far too little fibre. Here is the no-fuss guide to getting your 30g a day

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Not just weight loss, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic can help with 175 conditions; says groundbreaking study

In a surprising discovery, it was found that weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro can have a positive impact on a whopping 175 diseases and conditions. Apart from weight loss and diabetes control, GLP-1 medications can have a range of benefits, some of which are unexpected including how these…

The Guardian - US

I clock up to 20,000 steps a night: my life with restless legs syndrome

I spent years desperate for help and exhausted from lack of sleep. But the condition is badly misunderstood – even by doctors

The Conversation

Five ways to save your legs – by a vascular surgery specialist

Gangrene, or a rapidly spreading foot abscess. Sound like diseases of the past? Well, sadly not.

Medical Daily

Got Prediabetes? Nutritionist Recommends Simple Hacks To Reverse It

Prediabetes could be the beginning of all your chronic woes. But what if you could reverse the condition without medications or complicated treatments?

The Conversation

People on Ozempic may have fewer heart attacks, strokes and addictions – but more nausea, vomiting and stomach pain

Ozempic and Wegovy are increasingly available in Australia and worldwide to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.

The Guardian - UK

Weight-loss jabs linked to reduced risk of 42 conditions including dementia

Psychotic disorders also among conditions found less likely when people with diabetes took medications found in jabs

LiveScience

Ozempic-style drugs tied to more than 60 health benefits and risks in biggest study-of-its-kind

A large new study has shed light on the wider health impacts of taking Ozempic-style drugs.

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