Tag: Diabetes
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Genetics May Drive Lifespan More Than Thought, New Study Finds
New findings redefine how we think about longevity A landmark study released this week challenges long-held assumptions about what determines how long people live. Researchers analyzing genetic data and life history across diverse populations report that genetic factors could contribute up to 55% of a person’s lifespan. This estimate stands in stark contrast to the…
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Genetics Plays Greater Role in Lifespan Than We Thought, Study Finds
Groundbreaking Insight Into Longevity: Genetics Lead the Way A recent study published to wide attention suggests that our genes may have a larger say in how long we live than previously believed. Researchers estimate that the genetic contribution to human longevity could be as high as 55%, a figure dramatically higher than the long-standing range…
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Hong Kong University Finds No Link Between GLP-1 Drugs and Blindness in 80,000 Patients
Overview: Large-scale assessment finds no causal link between GLP-1 therapies and blindness In a major development for diabetes and obesity treatments, a study conducted by a leading Hong Kong university has found no convincing evidence that GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of drugs widely used to manage blood sugar and weight, increase the risk of…
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Hong Kong University Finds No Link Between GLP-1 Treatments and Blindness in 80,000 Patients
Overview: What the study claims A major health research center in Hong Kong released findings from an extensive review involving about 80,000 patients who received GLP-1 receptor agonists. GLP-1 medicines, including popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs, have been scrutinized for potential adverse effects on vision. The new assessment concludes there is no convincing evidence linking…
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Food Preservatives Linked to Type 2 Diabetes and Cancer Risk: What You Need to Know
Overview: Why preservatives matter for health Many modern foods rely on preservatives to stay safe and fresh from production to plate. While these additives help prevent spoilage and bacterial growth, emerging research is examining whether some preservatives could be linked to chronic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and cancer. It’s important to note that…
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Turkana Woman’s 72-Hour Tree-Hugging for Diabetes Costs
A Campaign Born from Personal Struggle In Lodwar, a town in Kenya’s Turkana region, a local protest with a novel twist is drawing attention to a mounting health crisis: the cost of diabetes treatment. Priscillah, a Turkana woman who has lived with diabetes for four years, recently launched a 72-hour tree-hugging challenge. Her aim is…
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Turkana Woman Undertakes 72-Hour Tree-Hugging Challenge to Spotlight Diabetes Costs in Kenya
Overview: A bold protest to spotlight medical expenses In Lodwar, a town in Kenya’s Turkana County, a courageous local story is unfolding. Priscillah, a Turkana woman living with diabetes for four years, has launched a 72-hour tree-hugging challenge. The event is designed to draw attention to what she describes as the prohibitive cost of diabetes…
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Turkana Woman Threads Activism to Spotlight Diabetes Treatment Costs in Kenya
New Form of Protest Draws Attention to Diabetes Costs A Turkana woman in Lodwar has launched a bold 72-hour tree-hugging challenge to bring national attention to the high cost of diabetes treatment in Kenya. The move, described by participants as a peaceful act of resilience, aims to spark conversation about access to affordable healthcare for…
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Rising Cholesterol and Insulin Resistance Among SA Youth: What It Means for Public Health
Overview: A new health threat among South Africa’s youth In a small mining town in Limpopo, a troubling pattern is emerging: young people are showing signs of conditions once thought to affect only older adults. Elevated cholesterol, insulin resistance, obesity, and early indicators of type 2 diabetes are appearing among teens and young adults. This…
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Rising cholesterol and insulin resistance in SA youth
Understanding the trend: cholesterol and insulin resistance in young South Africans In communities across South Africa, especially in small mining towns, health indicators once thought to reflect older age groups are appearing among younger people. Doctors and public health researchers are reporting rising rates of high cholesterol and insulin resistance among youths, alongside more familiar…