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Diabetes Drug Reduces Knee Arthritis Pain in People With Obesity
Many diabetes medications, birth control now free for Islanders under new pharmacare deal
As of this week, Prince Edward Island residents can access a range of birth control products and diabetes medications and supplies for free through the new national pharmacare program. The agreement, announced in March, will see the federal government pay $30 million over four years to cover costs for drugs and supplies effective May 1. P.E.I. residents with a valid health card are covered automatically. I believe it will benefit about 41,000 Islanders for contraceptives and about 16,000 people who have diabetes on P.E.I.,” P.E.I. Health Minister Mark McLane said in the legislature Thursday. “We’re very proud that we were able to get that deal done with the federal government.”
Black coffee improves insulin sensitivity in women, study finds
Diet, exercise combined best for tackling belly fat in kids: study
Australian researchers say the best way to reduce excess tummy fat in children is through a mix of healthy eating and regular physical activity. Combining diet and exercise was significantly more effective at reducing central obesity than either approach alone, according to a study released on Saturday, which analyzed data from 34 clinical trials involving over 8,100 children aged 5 to 18. Central obesity, which refers to fat stored around the stomach and internal organs, is considered more dangerous than general obesity due to its link to heart disease, diabetes, and other long-term health issues, said the researchers from Charles Sturt University and Western Sydney University.
Should Insurance Cover Obesity Medications? Older Adults Weigh In
Obesity is a widespread public health concern, with nearly 50% of U.S. adults projected to be obese by 2030. For older adults, managing weight is especially important due to the increased risk of obesity-related conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and sleep apnea. A recent survey involving 2,657 U.S. adults aged 50 to 80 years revealed significant interest in weight management medications (WMMs) and mixed opinions on insurance coverage.The study found that 35.1% of participants were interested in using WMMs. However, among those with a BMI of 30 or greater (classified as obese), the interest surged to 59.1%. Notably, while most participants (75.7%) favored Medicare coverage for these medications, only 30.2% were willing to pay higher Medicare premiums to guarantee coverage.
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