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The effect of obesity on essential hypertension (EH) is partially mediated by the cumulative triglyceride (TG) burden, according to a study. Obesity may lower the rate of lipid clearance and exacerbate lipid peroxidation, leading to EH.

Adolescents with tuberculosis (TB), especially those aged >15 years, may develop symptoms and conditions akin to those seen in adults with TB, suggests a study. In addition, there appears to be an increased incidence of severe pulmonary disease leading to pulmonary sequelae.

Singaporeans who have been treated with dupilumab in real-world clinical setting achieve improvements in the signs and symptoms of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, as shown in a retrospective study.