Diabetes
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Diabetic amputations surge among Black and Latino Americans
There is an epidemic of diabetes-related complications, and minority communities are being hit the hardest
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Ozempic babies: a surprise side effect of weight loss drugs
under the radar Murmurs of unexpected pregnancies while taking semaglutide-based drugs are growing on social media
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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2023: the year of the weight-loss drug craze
the explainer From celebs to social media, Ozempic was everywhere this year
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Psychiatrists turn to Ozempic to combat weight gain caused by psychotropic meds
Under the Radar The injectable weight loss drug could be a boon for those who take some antipsychotics or antidepressants.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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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
By The Week Staff Published
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Tirzepatide and the other ‘breakthrough’ obesity drugs
feature Huge demand for weight-loss medication means prices have soared
By The Week Staff Published
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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
By The Week Staff Published
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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
By The Week Staff Published
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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
By The Week Staff Last updated
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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
By The Week Staff Last updated
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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
By The Week Staff Published
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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
By The Week Staff Last updated
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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
By The Week Staff Published
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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
By The Week Staff Published
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