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Association Between BMI and Risk of Diabetes
2021 20 Jul
The incidence of obesity and diabetes has been increasing at an alarming rate in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). According to latest figures, of the 463 million people with diabetes worldwide, nearly 79% live in LMICs. Despite these figures, there is very little data to guide clinicians and health systems as to how to determine which individuals... Read more
Clinical Importance and Biochemical Role of iMg in Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, and COVID-19
2021 06 May
Speakers K. Kisters, MD Med Clinic I, St. Anna Hospital, ESH Excellence Centre Herne, Germany Taylor Wallace, PhD Think Healthy Group, Washington, DC, USA; Department of Nutrition and Food Studies, George Mason University, Find Nova Biomedical On Social Media Read more
Two-Thirds COVID-19 Hospitalisations Due to Four Conditions
2021 02 Mar
Findings from a new study show that a majority of adult COVID-19 hospitalisations are attributable to one of four pre-existing conditions. These include obesity, hypertension, diabetes and heart failure, in that order. The study is published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Researchers used a mathematical simulation to estimate... Read more
New Wireless Device Can Help Combat Obesity
2021 20 Jan
Researchers from Texas A&M University have developed a medical device that could help with weight loss and that requires a simple operative procedure for implantation. This could be an alternative option for people who struggle with obesity or have serious health-related issues because of their weight. Gastric bypass surgery is usually the last... Read more
#RSNA2020: Diabetes, Hypertension Increase Risk of COVID-19 Brain Complications
2020 23 Nov
Some patients with COVID-19 are at higher risk of neurological complications like bleeding in the brain and stroke, according to a study being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The researchers said these potentially life-threatening findings were more common in patients with hypertension and diabetes.... Read more
Non-Communicable Disease Countdown 2030
2020 18 Sep
Premature deaths from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) still occur on a frightening scale in many parts of the world. NCDs have several social, environmental, behavioural, nutritional, and clinical determinants. Many of the nations beset with NCD and premature deaths tend to have other problems including poverty, lack of access to healthcare, lack... Read more
Top Heart Disease, Stroke Research Advances in 2019
2020 15 Jan
Cardiovascular disease continues to be the leading cause of death worldwide. Over the years, scientific research and technological advancements in heart disease and stroke science have had a positive impact on the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Here is a quick overview of the biggest scientific victories achieved in 2019, as... Read more
Diabetes and Endocrinology Utilitarian Conferences Gathering
2020 29 Jul
POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 RISK FROM MAY TO JULY 29-30TH Read more