Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the obesity epidemic

A major presentation at this year's International Congress on Obesity (ICO 2022) in Melbourne, Australia (18–23 October) (a biennial meeting of the World Obesity Federation) will describe how a combination of factors including ...

Cardiology

Statins are safe for children with abnormal cholesterol levels

The charity says the findings will 'reassure' parents of children with familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) – an inherited condition that significantly increases the risk of a heart attack in their 40s, 30s or even 20s.

Health

Taxes on sugary drinks and high fat foods could improve health

Taxes on soft drinks and foods high in saturated fats and subsidies for fruit and vegetables could lead to beneficial dietary changes and potentially improve health, according to a study by experts from New Zealand published ...

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