Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases Globally
A new study reveals that sugary drinks caused 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases globally in 2020, resulting in over 340,000 deaths, with the highest rates in Latin America and the Caribbean and significant disparities across demographics and re...
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases Globally
A new study reveals that sugary drinks caused 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases globally in 2020, resulting in over 340,000 deaths, with the highest rates in Latin America and the Caribbean and significant disparities across demographics and re...
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Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
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56% Bias Score
Wyoming First-Grader Saves Grandmother's Life
Six-year-old Mason Rasmussen of Rock Springs, Wyoming, saved his diabetic grandmother's life on December 19 by reporting her unconscious state to his school after she suffered a low blood sugar episode, prompting a swift emergency response.
Wyoming First-Grader Saves Grandmother's Life
Six-year-old Mason Rasmussen of Rock Springs, Wyoming, saved his diabetic grandmother's life on December 19 by reporting her unconscious state to his school after she suffered a low blood sugar episode, prompting a swift emergency response.
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24% Bias Score
Diabetic Director Wins £20,000 in Discrimination Claim
Mark Davis, a diabetic director at P2CG, won a £20,661 disability discrimination claim after being dismissed; a tribunal found his bosses knew about his condition and that it influenced his firing, despite their denials.
Diabetic Director Wins £20,000 in Discrimination Claim
Mark Davis, a diabetic director at P2CG, won a £20,661 disability discrimination claim after being dismissed; a tribunal found his bosses knew about his condition and that it influenced his firing, despite their denials.
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40% Bias Score
AI Shows Promise in Preventing Diabetes-Related Sight Loss
AI-powered tools are being developed to detect diabetic retinopathy earlier and more efficiently by analyzing fundus images, potentially preventing vision loss, though cost-effectiveness varies and equitable access is a key challenge.
AI Shows Promise in Preventing Diabetes-Related Sight Loss
AI-powered tools are being developed to detect diabetic retinopathy earlier and more efficiently by analyzing fundus images, potentially preventing vision loss, though cost-effectiveness varies and equitable access is a key challenge.
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36% Bias Score
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Sparks Public Health Concerns
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services sparks controversy due to his anti-vaccine stance and views on treating chronic diseases.
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Sparks Public Health Concerns
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services sparks controversy due to his anti-vaccine stance and views on treating chronic diseases.
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48% Bias Score
Loneliness Linked to Five Proteins Increasing Disease Risk
A University of Cambridge study of 42,000 adults found five proteins linked to loneliness, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, and premature death, highlighting the importance of social connection for health.
Loneliness Linked to Five Proteins Increasing Disease Risk
A University of Cambridge study of 42,000 adults found five proteins linked to loneliness, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, and premature death, highlighting the importance of social connection for health.
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32% Bias Score
Allulose: A Low-Calorie Sweetener Under Scrutiny
Allulose, a low-calorie sweetener found in small amounts in fruits, is gaining popularity as a sugar alternative; while approved in some countries, its long-term health effects and regulatory status remain under investigation.
Allulose: A Low-Calorie Sweetener Under Scrutiny
Allulose, a low-calorie sweetener found in small amounts in fruits, is gaining popularity as a sugar alternative; while approved in some countries, its long-term health effects and regulatory status remain under investigation.
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Global Diabetes Cases Double Since 1990, Underscoring Treatment Gaps
A new Lancet study reveals over 800 million people globally have diabetes—double the 1990 figure—with the largest increases in low- and middle-income countries due to lifestyle changes and limited treatment access; resulting in over 445 million untreated adults in 2022.
Global Diabetes Cases Double Since 1990, Underscoring Treatment Gaps
A new Lancet study reveals over 800 million people globally have diabetes—double the 1990 figure—with the largest increases in low- and middle-income countries due to lifestyle changes and limited treatment access; resulting in over 445 million untreated adults in 2022.
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36% Bias Score
Ozempic Linked to Doubled Risk of Rare Eye Disease
Two studies from the University of Southern Denmark reveal a doubled risk of developing a rare, irreversible eye disease among Ozempic users compared to non-users; health authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Ozempic Linked to Doubled Risk of Rare Eye Disease
Two studies from the University of Southern Denmark reveal a doubled risk of developing a rare, irreversible eye disease among Ozempic users compared to non-users; health authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
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Weight-Loss Drugs: Successes and Side Effects
This article examines the experiences of three individuals who used GLP-1 receptor agonist medications for weight loss, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of these drugs.
Weight-Loss Drugs: Successes and Side Effects
This article examines the experiences of three individuals who used GLP-1 receptor agonist medications for weight loss, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of these drugs.
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Madagascar Diabetes Crisis
Rising diabetes cases in Madagascar, particularly among young people, prompt calls for lifestyle changes and acceptance of the condition.
Madagascar Diabetes Crisis
Rising diabetes cases in Madagascar, particularly among young people, prompt calls for lifestyle changes and acceptance of the condition.
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24% Bias Score