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Early-Life Sugar Rationing Linked to Lower Aging-Related Diseases

At a local health department meeting, a community outreach worker nervously glances at her presentation notes. She’s here to discuss a persistent problem: rising rates of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease in the community. Unfortunately, these illnesses often trace back to dietary habits established in early life. Her eye catches a […]

Policy

Rethinking Sugar: New UK Initiatives to Combat Obesity and Diabetes

The UK government recently announced an expansion of the sugar tax to include milk-based drinks such as milkshakes and lattes, sparking significant public discourse. This development comes amid growing evidence that sugary drinks contribute to obesity and related health issues, including type 2 diabetes. (Read more on BBC.) The Extended Sugar Tax The original sugar […]

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Public Health News Round Up, April 23, 2025

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Early-Life Sugar Rationing Linked to Lower Aging-Related Diseases

Rethinking Sugar: New UK Initiatives to Combat Obesity and Diabetes

Public Health News Round Up, April 23, 2025

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