Share on PinterestA daily 10-minute walk may lower the risk of early death by 15%, according to a study. Image Credit: The Good Brigade/Getty Images A recent study found that walking for 10 minutes a day may lower the risk of early death by 15%. The study noted that a combination of sleep, nutrition, and […]
Read MoreIntroduction In the USA, patients with diabetes and end-stage renal disease are less likely to undergo deceased donor kidney transplantation (DDKT) or living donor kidney transplantation (LDKT). We explored the survival benefit of DDKT and LDKT among patients with diabetes. Research design and methods We used the United Network for Organ Sharing Standard Transplant Analysis […]
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Share on PinterestA progesterone-mimicking drug may help slow breast cancer tumor growth, according to research. Image Credit: Fiordaliso/Getty Images A recent study found that a synthetic progesterone drug used to manage hot flashes in females with breast cancer may also help slow tumor growth. A low dose of megestrol acetate is already currently used to […]
Read MoreObjective Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (BCBSLA) launched a zero-dollar co-pay (ZDC) pharmacy benefit on July 1, 2020, to reduce cost-related barriers to diabetes medications. This study evaluated the program’s effect on antidiabetic medication adherence and use patterns. Research Design and Methods We conducted a retrospective cohort study using BCBSLA medical and pharmacy […]
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Share on PinterestMillions of Americans are expected to lose their ACA plans amid rising premium costs. Fiordaliso/Getty Images Around 1.4 million fewer Americans have enrolled in Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans in 2026 due to the expiration of federal subsidies that help offset monthly premium costs. People who enroll in Obamacare programs will […]
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Share on PinterestResearch indicates that age-related weight gain may begin around before menopause. Image Credit: ljubaphoto/Getty Images Weight gain is a common experience during menopause. Research indicates that midlife weight gain may actually begin earlier than previously thought. Experts suggest some diet and lifestyle tips to help prevent age-related weight gain. Menopause describes a life […]
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Share on PinterestSome treatments are recommended by experts for hair loss, while others are currently under research. Image Credit: agrobacter/Getty Images Several new medications to treat hair loss in males and females are currently in clinical trials. Stem cell and fatty acid treatments are also being studied as potential treatments for hair loss caused by […]
Read MoreIntroduction Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease with a strong genetic basis. The aim of this study was to identify additional single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) for type 1 diabetes age at diagnosis and to replicate previously identified loci. Research design and methods Meta genome-wide association studies of age at diagnosis from eight cohorts (n=5910 in […]
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Share on PinterestThe actor credits cutting gluten from his diet with helping him lose weight for his role in director Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film “The Odyssey.” Getty Images Actor Matt Damon has credited a gluten-free diet with helping him lose weight. The star said it helped return him to his “high school” weight. However, experts […]
Read MoreIntroduction This study analyzed the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and body weight on islet and endocrine autoimmunity in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Research design and methods Data from 11 973 children and adolescents aged 0.5 to <18 years with new-onset T1D (2015–2023) from the Diabetes Prospective Follow-up Registry were evaluated. Rates of […]
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