SGLT-2 inhibitors reduce adverse CV events associated with restenosis in stents in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Published Date: 13 Mar 2023

Italy: Treatment with SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) is associated with a reduced risk of restenosis in the stent...

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Nutritional and metabolic biomarkers may aid in the early detection of obesity risk, guide precise interventions, and support tailored diets to improve metabolic health.

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Red meat intake showed no overall association with MASLD risk, but higher daily consumption (75-90 g) was linked to increased risk in men.

Women with prior adverse childhood experiences may face a higher risk for gestational diabetes, with the risk rising with each additional adverse experience, a meta-analysis of 11 studies shows.

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