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In Asia, being heavier takes a toll on CRC incidence, mortality
A strong, positive link between BMI and the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence and related deaths has been found in Asian populations.
In Asia, being heavier takes a toll on CRC incidence, mortality
02 Sep 2024
Empagliflozin reduces hepatic fat content in nondiabetic MASLD patients
Empagliflozin significantly reduces hepatic fat content vs placebo in patients with metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) without diabetes, researchers from the University of Hong Kong have reported.
Empagliflozin reduces hepatic fat content in nondiabetic MASLD patients
02 Sep 2024
Metformin, SGLT2is confer protection against dementia
Among various glucose-lowering medications, metformin and sodium glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2is) are associated with a reduced risk of dementia, as shown in the results of a meta-analysis.
Metformin, SGLT2is confer protection against dementia
28 Aug 2024
Gestational diabetes linked to altered gut microbiome and larger head circumference in male offspring
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) not only disrupts the gut microbiome of mothers and their infants, but is also linked to increased head circumference in male offspring, researchers from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) have shown.
Gestational diabetes linked to altered gut microbiome and larger head circumference in male offspring
28 Aug 2024
More evidence strengthens link between meat, poultry and T2D
Large data from a federated meta-analysis point to high amounts of red and processed meat and poultry consumption as a risk factor for type 2 diabetes (T2D) in populations globally.