Teen Insulin Resistance: Linking Body Fat to Diabetes Risk
Increased body and abdominal fat caused insulin resistance already in teenagers, raising type 2 diabetes risk. High fat mass in…
Diabetes
Genetic Variation Influences Gene Regulatory Actions
Genetic variation determines the actions of gene regulatory factors: A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that…
Plant-based diet significantly reduces the risk of developing type two diabetes
New research led by Queen's University Belfast has found that a substantial number of type two diabetes cases could be…
Diabetes & Metabolism: Plant-Based Diet Cuts Diabetes Risk by 24%
Diabetes & Metabolism: Plant-Based Diet Cuts Diabetes Risk by 24%: At least 75 per cent of type 2 diabetes cases…
How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy When You Have Diabetes
How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy When You Have Diabetes: Diabetes is a chronic disease that, when not properly managed,…
Building a global, multi-disciplinary platform to promote women’s health
The Global Centre for Asian Women’s Health at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, has…
Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they?
Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they? What is a Streptococcal infection? These infections are caused by several…
How does men’s health differ from women’s?
Currently, a shocking 1 in 5 men will die before their 65th birthday. On average, women live five years longer…
Excessive weight gain during pregnancy
Weight gain is a common phenomenon during pregnancy, but excessive gain may be a sign of adverse health issues for…
Study describes brain pathology of domestic violence
A major international brain autopsy study of women who had experienced intimate partner violence reveals substantial damage in the brain,…