New heart syndrome identifies link among obesity, diabetes and kidney disease

Source: NBC News

As more Americans are being diagnosed with multiple chronic health problems at younger ages, for the first time, the American Heart Association is identifying a new medical condition that reflects the strong links among obesity, diabetes and heart and kidney disease.

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