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Good health news: seven surprising medical discoveries made in 2023
In Depth A fingerprint test for cancer, a menopause patch and the shocking impacts of body odour are just a few of the developments made this year
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Tirzepatide and the other ‘breakthrough’ obesity drugs
feature Huge demand for weight-loss medication means prices have soared
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How scientists discovered that one-size diets don’t fit all
feature Research on blood sugar levels suggests that what constitutes a healthy diet depends on who is eating it
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The five most promising methods to extend human life
feature Latest research findings on biology of ageing have revealed secrets to living longer, healthier lives
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What’s behind America’s insulin crisis?
In Depth The price of the drug has increased exponentially, forcing desperate diabetics to ration supplies
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What are the symptoms of Type 2 diabetes?
In Depth 5,000 patients put on ultra low calorie liquid diet which may ‘cure’ the disease
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Can lack of sleep make you fat?
Speed Read New study suggests just one sleepless night can make your body store extra fat
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Fact check: the truth about artificial sweeteners
In Depth Are synthetic sugar substitutes in our food and drinks safe? The Week looks at the research
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Woman wins payout over confiscated Lucozade
Speed Read Diabetic student Kayla Hanna was ordered to hand over energy drink at rock concert
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Sharp rise in ‘multimorbidity’ blamed on obesity and lack of exercise
Speed Read GPs struggling to cope with number of patients suffering multiple health problems fuelled by unhealthy lifestyles
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What are the five types of diabetes?
Speed Read New study suggests the disease is more complex than previously thought
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Gargling mouthwash twice a day could increase diabetes risk, new study says
Speed Read Harvard researchers discovered mouthwash kills beneficial bacteria that fight off obesity and diabetes
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Zero sugar - zero effects? Why 'diet' drinks might not work
Speed Read Artificially-sweetened drinks don't help with weight loss or diabetes, say Imperial College London scientists
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Diabetes set to 'bankrupt NHS' with 60% rise in sufferers
Speed Read Lifestyle changes vital to prevent more cases of type 2 diabetes, say medical experts
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