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NIH Research Highlights Advances in Blood Pressure, Toxic Metal Impact, and Liver Tissue Growth

19 May 2026 4:13 p.m. · Source: NIH RESEARCH MATTERS

New research from NIH Research Matters reveals improved blood pressure control through team-based care, the long-term impact of early toxic metal exposure on brain health, and advancements in growing implanted liver tissue.

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GLP-1 Therapy Reduces Heavy Drinking in Patients with Alcohol Use Disorder and Obesity

12 May 2026 12:57 p.m. · Source: NIH RESEARCH MATTERS

People with alcohol use disorder and obesity showed reduced heavy drinking when treated with a GLP-1 drug combined with cognitive behavioral therapy, potentially offering a new treatment approach for both conditions.

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