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Are there actually 5 types of diabetes? Professor Sudhesh Kumar comments.

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 12:33:24 GMT

A new study in the Lancet argues that diabetes should be seen as five separate conditions. Professor Sudhesh Kumar from Warwick Medical School comments.

Expert comment on new study that claims viruses may trigger both type 1 and type 2 diabetes because they contain proteins that mimic insulin

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 15:43:20 GMT

Scientists in America claim they have identified four viruses that can produce insulin-like hormones that are active on human cells. The discovery could create new possibilities for revealing biological mechanisms that may cause diabetes or cancer. Two University of Warwick experts comment on this new study.

Banning super-size chocolate in hospitals good public health move

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 14:09:22 GMT

Professor Sarah Stewart-Brown, an expert in public heath from the University of Warwick, comments on the removal of super-size snacks from NHS hospitals.

Why claims artificial sweeteners raises risk of type 2 diabetes need to be taken with a pinch of salt

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 10:32:44 GMT

Artificial sweeteners which many of us use as a substitute for sugar may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to research from Australia that has been reported in The Guardian. However Warwick Medical School's Victor Zammit, who is professor of metabolic biochemistry says it's to early to make such as conclusion.

Vitamin C and heart disease - why we need further evidence

Mon, 31 Jul 2017 10:39:24 GMT

Many people take vitamin C with a view to preventing, treating or helping with various conditions. However Dr Lena Al-Khudairy from Warwick Medical School has found more research is needed to determine whether vitamin C can prevent heart disease. You can listen to her findings here.

Nine lifestyle changes can reduce dementia risk, study says

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:03:03 GMT

One in three cases of dementia could be prevented if more people looked after their brain health throughout life, according to an international study in the Lancet. However Dr Joanna Collingwood, Associate Professor School of Engineering says individuals can't modify all of the highlighted factors.

Female obesity – the food industry needs to take action

Fri, 11 Dec 2015 13:33:55 GMT

Professor Nick Spencer, Emeritus Professor of Child Health comments on England's chief medical officer Dame Sally Davies call for women to take charge of their weight as she highlights obesity as the biggest threat to women's health.