Cannabis use may quadruple the risk of developing diabetes
Cannabis use is linked to an almost quadrupling in the risk of developing diabetes, according to an analysis…
Genetic study shows dual GIPR/GLP1R action curbs binge alcohol use
New genetic evidence suggests that targeting GIPR and GLP1R could reduce harmful drinking patterns while improving liver and…
Nearly 50% Of People With This Serious Disease Have No Idea They Have It
A new study found that nearly half of folks with diabetes (both type 1 and 2) aren’t aware…
New genetic test redefines diagnosis and management of hereditary pancreatitis
A new genetic test developed at Mayo Clinic is redefining how clinicians diagnose and manage hereditary pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, inflammation…
Common genetic variants modify disease risk and clinical presentation in monogenic diabetes
Study populations This study complies with all relevant ethical regulation and was approved by the appropriate ethics committees.…
Planetary health diet links to longer life and lower emissions
A large US-UK analysis shows that eating more plant-forward meals and fewer animal-source foods is associated with a…
‘Alarming’: Study finds 44% of people with diabetes don’t know they have it – National
A new study has found that while one in nine people globally live with diabetes, almost half don’t…
GLP-1 Drugs Now Considered Essential Medicines
For the first time, the World Health Organization has named popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs as essential medicines,…
CRISPR-edited cells pump out insulin in a person – and evade immune detection
Pancreatic islets (artificially coloured) no longer secrete sufficient insulin in people with type 1 diabetes. Credit: Steve Gschmeissner/Science…
First FDA-approved islet transplant at UI Health ends insulin dependence
Doctors at UI Health performed the first islet transplant with Lantidra, the only therapy approved by the U.S.…
Cardiologist says ‘exercise daily for at least 45 minutes’; shares tips to protect your heart during festivals | Health
Festivals are a time of celebration, togetherness, and food. Families come together and enjoy traditional dishes, sweets, fried…
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could become the new ‘everything drug’
GLP-1 weight loss pill in development Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses advancements in weight…