Diabetes
Reverse your diabetes—and you can stay diabetes-free long-term
A new study from Newcastle University has shown that people who reverse their diabetes and then keep their weight down remain free of diabetes.
Mar 21, 2016
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Charges filed against makers of nutritional supplements
(HealthDay)—Criminal charges and civil injunctions have been filed against 117 makers and/or distributors of potentially dangerous dietary supplements, U.S. government agencies announced Tuesday.
Nov 18, 2015
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Medical research
Loss of a gene can be compensated by another gene
New methods for modifying the genome are currently widely discussed: Using CRISPR/Cas for instance, scientists can remove parts of the genetic code of a gene, thereby knocking it out. Furthermore, there are ways to inhibit ...
Jul 22, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Economic burden of cancer extends into survivorship
A new study finds the economic burden of cancer extends beyond diagnosis and treatment, and concludes that cancer survivors face thousands of dollars of excess medical expenses every year as well as excess employment disability ...
May 13, 2015
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Health
Choice of protein and carbohydrate-rich foods may have big effects on long-term weight gain
Making small, consistent changes to the types of protein- and carbohydrate-rich foods we eat may have a big impact on long-term weight gain, according to a new study led by researchers at the Friedman School of Nutrition ...
Apr 9, 2015
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Health
FDA questions evidence for lower-risk tobacco product
U.S. health regulators have questions about the data submitted by tobacco maker Swedish Match in its bid to become the first company to market a smokeless tobacco product as less harmful than cigarettes.
Apr 7, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Would you tell your manager you had a mental health problem?
Although nearly four in 10 workers wouldn't tell their manager if they had a mental health problem, half said that if they knew about a coworker's illness, they would desire to help, a new survey by the Centre for Addiction ...
Jan 26, 2015
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Many consumers misled about bogus weight-loss supplements, survey says
(HealthDay)—Think a pill you saw advertised on the Internet can miraculously help you shed unwanted pounds? You're not alone: A new Consumer Reports survey finds many Americans are misinformed about the quality and effectiveness ...
Dec 30, 2014
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Smokers with mental health issues cost UK nearly 2.5 billion a year
People with mental health issues who smoke cost the UK economy nearly £2.5 billion a year, reveals research published online in Tobacco Control.
Jul 9, 2014
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Medications
FDA says bee pollen weight loss products pose health risks
(HealthDay)—Some bee pollen products marketed for weight loss may actually threaten your health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns.
Jun 20, 2014
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