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Q&A: Physicians Weigh Improvements in MASLD Treatment Against Gaps in Assessment Strategies

Physician's Weekly

This is pivotal for both specialists and general practitioners as it reinforces the importance of weight management in treating liver diseases. Srivastava: This study underscores the critical role of weight loss in MASLD. Even modest weight loss can significantly improve liver health by reducing steatosis and inflammation.

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

As a general practitioner and primary care researcher, it was always fascinating for me to delve into the scientific literature to investigate this issue. The following graph shows the striking difference in premature mortality between countries with weak or strong primary care: 2. Here are the key results.