WHO’s new report highlights the urgent need to address NCDs and mental health
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released a new report titled “Saving lives, spending less”, revealing that an…
Ozempic May Be Less Effective for Emotional Eaters, Study Suggests
GLP-1 agonists—so-called “wonder drugs” like Ozempic or Wegovy that help individuals lower blood sugar levels and lose weight,…
Emotional overeaters may see fewer benefits from weight loss drugs like Ozempic, study finds
Published on 17/09/2025 – 6:00 GMT+2 ADVERTISEMENT People who overeat to help manage their emotions may not benefit…
Study warns women with type 2 diabetes against using oral estrogen therapy
In women with type 2 diabetes (T2D), use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) skin patches is not associated…
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic work well for kids and teens, study finds. But should kids take them?
ADVERTISEMENT Weight loss drugs are effective for children and teenagers, according to new research that comes as their…
Study:Half of adults without diabetes taking weight-loss drug discontinue treatment within a year
The new class of anti-obesity drugs, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), is proving remarkably effective at helping individuals…
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…
Researchers reveal why global gains against chronic diseases are stalling
Despite overall declines in premature non-communicable disease deaths, the study reveals faltering progress driven by uneven regional trends…
Scientists Unveil Potential First-of-Its-Kind Treatment for Deadly Fatty Liver Disease
Scientists at UC San Diego have tested a new drug that directly targets fat production in the liver,…
New Breath Test Detects Diabetes in Minutes
Scientists at Penn State have created a breath-based sensor that detects diabetes by measuring acetone levels. The quick,…
Female-specific mechanism enhances heat production in brown fat
Higher activity of PGC-1α enables brown fat cells in females to thermogenic activity and energy expenditure compared to…
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…