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Genetic risk of diabetes in South Asian populations
Dec 4, 2024
Ayan Panja, a family doctor specializing in treatments for dementia and type 2 diabetes, teams up with Raj Swaroop Lavadi, a neurosurgery research fellow focused on concussion risks. They delve into a new study linking genetic factors to early onset type 2 diabetes in South Asians. The conversation also touches on revolutionary asthma treatments and the alarming rise of slap fighting, spotlighting the serious concussion risks associated with this controversial sport. Their insights blend health, genetics, and safety in a captivating dialogue.
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- The recent study reveals that South Asian populations have unique genetic factors influencing insulin deficiency and type 2 diabetes risk.
- Innovative research indicates lifestyle modifications during midlife can significantly delay the onset of dementia, emphasizing proactive health management.
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Predicting Dementia Risk
New research highlights innovative methods for predicting the risk of developing dementia years in advance, without relying on genetic tests. A study conducted by RAND analyzed lifestyle factors in midlife, revealing that characteristics such as lack of exercise, obesity, and inadequate engagement in hobbies could serve as predictors. Interestingly, they discovered that nearly 29% of individuals later diagnosed with dementia were already exhibiting symptoms earlier in their lives, such as asking for help with financial matters. This approach emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes in midlife to potentially delay the onset of dementia, with 181 risk factors identified that individuals can proactively modify.
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