Tag: obesity
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Obesity in Quebec: A Public Health Wake-Up Call
Understanding the Rise of Obesity in Quebec Recent data from Statistics Canada show a concerning trend in Quebec: 68% of adults aged 18 to 79 were in the overweight or obese range (based on BMI) for the 2022–2024 period. Nearly one in three Quebecers is considered obese, a record that highlights the long-term consequences of…
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Quebec Obesity Trends: A Rising Health Challenge
Quebec is facing a growing public health challenge. Recent data indicate a notable rise in overweight and obesity among both adults and youth, a trend shaped by economic pressures, lifestyle shifts, and the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Between 2022 and 2024, Statistics Canada reported that about 68% of adults aged 18 to 79…
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Fat May Secretly Fuel Alzheimer’s: Obesity Tied to Brain Plaque via Adipose Vesicles
Obesity, tiny messengers, and a potential Alzheimer’s link In a pioneering study from Houston Methodist, researchers propose that adipose-derived extracellular vesicles—tiny, cell-to-cell messengers circulating in the body—may signal the brain to form amyloid-β plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. Published on October 2 in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, the work…
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Fat Signals: Adipose-Derived Vesicles May Fuel Alzheimer’s in Obesity
Fat signals and a hidden link to Alzheimer’s disease A landmark, first-of-its-kind study from Houston Methodist suggests that adipose-derived extracellular vesicles—tiny, membrane-bound messengers released by fat tissue—can influence the formation of amyloid-β plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. The research, published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association on October 2, points…
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Fat-Derived Vesicles May Secretly Fuel Alzheimer’s: New Houston Methodist Findings
Fat-Dat-Derived Vesicles and Alzheimer’s: A Hidden Link Between Fat and the Brain A first-of-its-kind study from Houston Methodist uncovers a potential mechanism by which adipose tissue—body fat—may influence the brain’s vulnerability to Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers show that adipose-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs), tiny cell-to-cell messengers, carry lipid cargo that can signal the aggregation of amyloid-β…
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Liver Fat, Not Weight, Key to Health Risks in Obese Kids
New Findings Spotlight Liver Fat, Not Just Weight, in Obese Children A recent study from Tel Aviv University and the Dana Dwek Children’s Hospital reveals that liver fat percentage may be a more important indicator of health risk in obese children than weight alone. Using cutting-edge non-invasive techniques, researchers compared 31 Israeli children with obesity,…
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Province commits $2M to fight chronic diseases
Alberta launches a targeted push against chronic diseases The Alberta government has committed $2 million to the Alberta Lighthouse Initiative, a joint effort designed to fund projects focused on managing chronic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. The province partners with Novo Nordisk Canada, which is contributing $2 million, and Alberta…
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Alberta Commits $2M to Fight Chronic Diseases
New funding to tackle chronic diseases The Alberta government has announced a $2 million investment in the Alberta Lighthouse Initiative, a collaborative effort designed to fund projects focused on managing chronic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. The initiative brings together the province, Novo Nordisk Canada, and Alberta Innovates in a…
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The Rising Incidence of Ovarian Cancer Among Younger Women in India
Introduction Ovarian cancer, once primarily associated with older women, is increasingly being diagnosed in younger Indian women, particularly in their 40s and 50s. This concerning trend has raised important questions among oncologists and health professionals. What is driving the rise of ovarian cancer among younger demographics in India? Understanding the Shift in Diagnosis A crucial…
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Genetic Factors Protecting Obese Individuals from Diabetes
Understanding Obesity and Its Varying Impact Obesity has long been associated with a higher risk of serious health issues such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. However, recent findings reveal that not everyone with obesity faces the same health risks. A groundbreaking study from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and…