Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy Approved for Serious Fatty Liver Disease in UK
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The MHRA has authorized semaglutide to treat metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) in adults with moderate to advanced liver fibrosis.
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Weight Loss Drugs Approved for Liver Disease Patients
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Semaglutide, known as Wegovy, can now be prescribed to adults with moderate-to-advanced liver fibrosis caused by metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH).
Bleeding Gums May Signal Serious Kidney Disease, Study Finds
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New research suggests a link between severe gum disease and early signs of kidney impairment.
How Chronic Stress, Not Exercise, Hindered Weight Loss Efforts
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An individual found that years of intense dieting and exercise were counterproductive due to an underlying stress response, leading to a shift towards mindful movement and stress reduction.
Doctor Warns of Risks of Abruptly Stopping GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications
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Experts outline potential metabolic effects and a plan for maintaining weight loss after discontinuing drugs like Ozempic.
Fatty Liver Disease Linked to More Aggressive Bowel Cancer, Study Finds
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New research suggests a fatty liver can provide the necessary environment for tumors to grow and spread more aggressively.
Common Footwear Choices May Trigger Embarrassing Fungal Toenail Infections, Expert Warns
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A podiatrist explains how the shoes and socks worn daily can create the ideal environment for fungal growth, leading to thickened, discolored nails, and outlines effective treatment strategies.
Eye Health Linked to Dementia Risk, Doctors Say
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Experts explain the connection and how maintaining vision can potentially reduce dementia risk and aid those already diagnosed.
Pregnancy Protects Against Breast Cancer Through Immune Cells, Study Finds
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Australian researchers have identified killer T-cells recruited during pregnancy as a key factor in reducing breast cancer risk, potentially opening doors for non-pregnancy-based preventative treatments.