George Citroner
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George Citroner reports on health and medicine, covering topics that include cancer, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. He was awarded the Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) award in 2020 for a story on osteoporosis risk in men.
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Breakfast Timing May Affect Blood Sugar in Some Diabetics
Delaying breakfast for certain people with Type 2 diabetes influences how the body processes glucose and may help control blood sugar.
Alcohol-Related Deaths in US Nearly Double Over 2 Decades: Study
Young adults are hit the hardest and the Midwest sees the steepest rise, according to researchers.
We Are Living Longer but Not Healthier: Global Study
New research indicates people are living longer but spending more years in poor health.
High-Protein Diet Improves Metabolic Health Even Without Weight Loss
Recent research shows that reducing carbohydrates and adding protein and fat improves wellness markers regardless of whether weight is lost.
New Study Illustrates Coffee’s Unique Influence on Your Gut
Learn about how coffee dramatically affects gut bacteria levels, according to research involving nearly 77,200 study participants.
Mindfulness Therapy Developed for Teens to Address Mental Health Challenges
The new tool offers a family-centered approach to mental health support.
High Blood Sugar Linked to Impaired Brain Activity in Healthy People
Research shows that elevated blood sugar affects the brains of healthy people just as it does of people with diabetes.
Cold Exposure With Shivering May Improve Insulin Sensitivity
New research finds that gradual cold exposure that induces visible shivering may improve metabolic health, helping prevent Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Fructose May Drive Cancer Growth: Animal Study
While the sweetener does not directly fuel cancer, researchers suggest it affects metabolism in ways that support cancer growth.
New Study Finds Neurological Empathy Changes in Rare Dementia Condition
Research explores how frontotemporal dementia affects brain activity and empathy, offering new insights into this complex neurological condition.
