Columbus, OH

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)—the new name for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—and its more severe form, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), are responsible for a growing share of advanced liver disease. Linked to obesity and diabetes, fatty liver disease is increasingly recognized as a metabolic condition. Over...

Treatment for Fatty Liver Disease

Semaglutide is a prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It may also help people with overweight or obesity lose weight, and it may help reduce fat buildup in the liver. Semaglutide falls into a group of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. These medications are most often...

What to Know About Semaglutide for Fatty Liver Disease

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People with hepatitis C who receive antiviral therapy have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared with those who do not receive treatment, according to study findings published in IJC Heart & Vasculature. Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is known to be associated with cardiovascular disease, and it appears...

Hepatitis C Treatment Lowers Heart Disease Risk

A new study has found that 40% of cancer cases, and nearly 50% of all cancer deaths, are linked to “modifiable risk factors” such as cigarette smoking, excess body weight and alcohol consumption. The research is published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians. Informing cancer prevention efforts.

Nearly Half of Cancer Cases Are Linked to Modifiable Risk Factors, Study Finds

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Reviewed by Ivy Kwong, LMFTReviewed by Ivy Kwong, LMFTIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are two chronic gastrointestinal disorders that share some overlapping symptoms, like abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea. While IBS and IBD have similar symptoms and acronyms, they are two distinct conditions with different underlying causes and treatment approaches. IBS is a functional disorder, meaning it affects how the intestines work but doesn't cause inflammation. IBD is an inflammatory disease that damages the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. In the United States, IBS affects between 25-45 million people, and IBD affects more than 3 million people.Symptoms of IBS vs....

What Is the Difference Between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)?

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Researchers at Duke Health have made a remarkable discovery that could potentially turn back the clock on liver damage. Their study, published in Nature Aging, shows how stress and aging-related liver damage might be reversible, offering new hope for millions suffering from non-alcoholic liver disease. Unraveling the Mystery of Liver...

New Drug Reverses Liver Aging in Mice, Offers Hope for Millions with Liver Disease

GLP-1 receptor agonist use in diabetes and obesity has soared, and indications are now expanding into liver diseases, specifically metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis. However, the jury is still out on its benefits. With the recent FDA approval of resmetirom (Rezdiffra, Madrigal Pharmaceuticals) for the treatment for MASH — formerly known as...

MASH therapies still needed despite boom in GLP-1 use in liver disease

Virginia State

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History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Medical research has shortchanged women for decades. This is particularly true of older women, leaving physicians without critically important information about how to best manage their health. Late last year, the Biden administration promised to address this problem with a new effort called the White House Initiative on Women’s Health...

Older Women Are Different Than Older Men. Their Health Is Woefully Understudied.

Vitamin B12 deficiency is common. It can lead to various health issues, affecting everything from energy levels to brain function. Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, is an essential nutrient in meat, fish, and dairy products. It is crucial for red blood cell production and a healthy nervous system. When B12 levels...

Unusual symptoms of B12 deficiency

This month is Black Family Month, which was first nationally recognized in 2006 to encourage the enrichment of families through education, health, and self-improvement. This observance also encourages families to inspire one another and encourage conversations about health history - especially inherited conditions. This includes diseases like autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, or ADPKD. Fostering awareness and encouraging early detection within families can work towards bridging the health disparities gap and empower generations with the knowledge and resources needed to combat this hereditary disease.

Family Ties and Health: Shedding Light on Kidney Disease Across Generations

Two different stool tests for colorectal cancer screening, Cologuard and ColoSense, proved superior to the widely used fecal immunochemical test (FIT), according to study results presented at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society recommend that people at...

New Tests May Beat FIT for Detecting Colon Cancer

Texas State

U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D–Texas) shared that she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and is undergoing treatment, according to The Associated Press. Congresswomen Jackson Lee, who is seeking a 16th term, issued a statement announcing her cancer diagnosis, saying she is “currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year.”

U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has Pancreatic Cancer. Here’s What to Know

San Francisco, CA

Raymond Llano carries a plastic bag with everything he owns in one hand, a cup of coffee in the other, and the flattened cardboard box he uses as a bed under his arm as he waits in line for lunch at Glide Memorial Church in San Francisco. At 55, he hasn’t had a home for 15 years, since he lost a job at Target.

San Francisco Tries Tough Love by Tying Welfare to Drug Rehab

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

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A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Anemia can damage tissue in the eye, causing a range of symptoms. These might include discoloration, pale eyelids, hemorrhages, and eye test findings called cotton wool spots and Roth spots. Anemia occurs when the body cannot produce enough healthy red blood cells (RBCs). This typically occurs due to a shortage...

How might anemia affect the eyes?

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Pancreatic cancer is a daunting diagnosis that affects thousands of people worldwide every year. One of the most challenging aspects of this disease is its subtlety; the symptoms often mimic those of other, less severe conditions. This similarity can lead to delayed diagnosis and treatment, significantly impacting the prognosis. Understanding why pancreatic cancer symptoms resemble other diseases’ symptoms is crucial for early detection and better outcomes. This article will delve into the reasons behind this symptom overlap, explore common symptoms of pancreatic cancer, and provide insights on differentiating these symptoms from other ailments.

Why pancreatic cancer symptoms are similar to other diseases

North Carolina State

Raleigh, NC

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A staple restaurant on Glenwood South, Plates Kitchen, is closing its doors after more than a decade in business. The restaurant plans to have its final day of operation on July 28.

Restaurant in North Carolina Now Makes An Unexpected Closure after a decade

Jacksonville, FL

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A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

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Small Amount of Alcohol Can Raise Risk for People with Fatty Liver Disease

People with fatty liver disease who are at lower risk for advanced fibrosis should drink at most half a glass of wine or beer if they...

Small Amount of Alcohol Can Raise Risk for People with Fatty Liver Disease

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