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Patients taking semaglutide for diabetes were more than four times more likely to develop NAION compared to those on other diabetes medications, while those using it for obesity had a seven-fold increased risk.

Increased daily olive oil consumption is associated with a 28% lower risk of dementia-related mortality, providing potential cognitive health benefits even after adjusting for genetic risk factors.

High levels of xylitol, a sugar substitute commonly used by diabetic patients, may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a Cleveland Clinic study.

A Swedish case-control study identified a 21% increased risk of malignant lymphoma in individuals with tattoos compared to controls, prompting the need for further research into tattoo ink composition and potential long-term health effects.

New research suggests a link between frequent daytime napping and an increased risk of hypertension and stroke, highlighting the importance of evaluating patients’ sleep habits as part of their cardiovascular risk assessment.

A recent study highlights the role of methylglyoxal (MGO) in temporarily deactivating the BRCA2 protein, crucial for DNA repair and tumor suppression.