June 25, 2025

Ultrasound Finds Early Insulin Resistance Signals

A handheld ultrasound probe could soon help detect metabolic issues long before blood sugar levels raise concerns.

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June 25, 2025

W. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, FASCO, Selected for Women Who Conquer Cancer Mentorship Award

W. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, FASCO, has been selected for the prestigious 2025 Hologic, Inc Endowed Women Who Conquer Cancer Mentorship Award. Launched in 2016, the Women Who Conquer Cancer award prog...

The ASCO Post

June 25, 2025

Abdominal Fat Linked to Stress Urinary Incontinence Risk

Higher levels of body fat, especially in the abdominal area, were linked to stress urinary incontinence in middle-aged women, according to a 4-year study using DXA and BIA measurements.

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June 25, 2025

Combo Obesity Therapy Preserves Muscle, Reduces Fat

A new combination therapy of semaglutide and bimagrumab helped patients lose more fat while preserving muscle mass, while a novel biosensor may help track muscle loss during obesity treatment.

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June 24, 2025

Exam Shift Spurs National Rights Battle

Democratic AGs push to relocate OB-GYN exams from Texas, citing threats to reproductive and gender-affirming care under state abortion bans.

KFF Health News

June 24, 2025

AAP Updates Adolescent Contraceptive Guidance

The American Academy of Pediatrics updates contraception guidelines for adolescents, emphasizing access, confidentiality, equity, and person-centered counseling.

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June 23, 2025

Can a Vegan Diet Cool Menopause?

A randomized trial found that replacing animal-based processed foods with plant-based foods in a low-fat vegan diet led to significant weight loss and reduced severe hot flashes among postmenopausal women.

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June 23, 2025

Central Body Fat Tied to Psoriasis Risk: Study

A large UK study of more than 336,000 adults found that central body fat, especially around the abdomen, was strongly linked to a higher risk of psoriasis, with the association more pronounced in women and independent of genetic risk.

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June 23, 2025

Sitting-Rising Test Predicts Long-Term Mortality Risk

A 12-year study of over 4,000 adults found that poor performance on a basic sitting and rising test was strongly linked to increased risk of death from natural and cardiovascular causes.

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