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Home blood sugar testing with telehealth support a hit among patients in SG

Home blood sugar testing with telehealth support a hit among patients in SG

15 May 2024 byJairia Dela Cruz

Patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) in Singapore appear to welcome the convenience of home HbA1c testing paired with telehealth support.

Home blood sugar testing with telehealth support a hit among patients in SG

15 May 2024
Lung function declines faster in diabetic adults, says study

Lung function declines faster in diabetic adults, says study

15 May 2024

Adults with diabetes appear to have a lower baseline lung function and are predisposed to faster deterioration, according to a 16-year follow-up study.

Lung function declines faster in diabetic adults, says study

15 May 2024
Abdominal fat tied to reduced brain function in middle-aged men at high dementia risk

Abdominal fat tied to reduced brain function in middle-aged men at high dementia risk

07 May 2024 byStephen Padilla

Higher abdominal fat, particularly around the pancreas, appears to contribute to lower cognition and brain volumes among middle-aged men at high risk of Alzheimer’s dementia, reports a study. This suggests a possible sex-specific link between distinct abdominal fat and brain health.

Abdominal fat tied to reduced brain function in middle-aged men at high dementia risk

07 May 2024