Monash University study finds that one daily can of artificially sweetened soft drink may increase type 2 diabetes risk by 38%, surpassing the 23% risk from sugary drinks. The 14-year study of 36,000 Australians challenges the safety of diet drinks and calls for broader health policies.
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A groundbreaking new treatment for multiple sclerosis is set to begin clinical trials in Greece by mid-2024, offering hope to patients worldwide. Led by Dr. Steven Petratos of Monash University, the treatment, Diaprotectome, has shown promising results in preclinical studies, potentially reversing neurological damage caused by the disease. This oral therapy, designed to work alongside existing medications, will focus on improving cognitive function, fatigue, and disability progression, with plans to recruit 400 participants across Greece. If successful, it could mark a major breakthrough in the fight against MS.
Markos Seferlis will be taking the stage in Sydney and Melbourne for a limited time only, and discounted tickets are now available only through greekcitytimes.com.
