WHO backs wider use of weight-loss medicines, calling obesity a chronic disease

WHO backs wider use of weight-loss medicines, calling obesity a chronic disease

The guidance focuses on GLP-1 therapies – medicines such as liraglutide, semaglutide and tirzepatide – and…

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Geriatric NP Carolyn Clevenger Discusses Agitation in Alzheimer Disease: Overlooked, Misunderstood, and Progressive

Geriatric NP Carolyn Clevenger Discusses Agitation in Alzheimer Disease: Overlooked, Misunderstood, and Progressive

A new national survey suggests that misunderstanding the behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer-associated agitation (AADAD) may leave many caregivers…

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Does Crohn’s Disease Cause Weight Gain?

Does Crohn’s Disease Cause Weight Gain?

Yes, Crohn’s disease can sometimes lead to weight gain. But that link isn’t as widely discussed…

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Earlier diagnosis and treatment of dementia may help delay progression of the disease: researchers

Earlier diagnosis and treatment of dementia may help delay progression of the disease: researchers

University of Alberta researchers are teaming up with the University Hospital Foundation and patient groups to…

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Association between atherogenic index of plasma and ICU 28-day mortality in geriatric diabetes: an EICU-based retrospective analysis | Lipids in Health and Disease

Association between atherogenic index of plasma and ICU 28-day mortality in geriatric diabetes: an EICU-based retrospective analysis | Lipids in Health and Disease

Data source This retrospective observational study utilized data extracted from the eICU Collaborative Research Database (eICU-CRD),…

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Do weight, heart disease affect risk?

Do weight, heart disease affect risk?

Share on PinterestWeight gain and heart disease may affect breast cancer risk after menopause. Image credit:…

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