Popular Diabetes Drug Also Protects Kidneys, Study Finds

A new study shows popular diabetes and obesity drugs can reduce the risk of kidney failure, cardiovascular events, and even death.
Popular Diabetes Drug Also Protects Kidneys, Study Finds
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A popular diabetes drug has been found to reduce the risk of kidney failure and improve heart and lung health, according to an Australian study.

The University of New South Wales study, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, was a meta-analysis combining the results from 11 clinical trials on diabetes and obesity drugs.