Potential target for treatment of obesity-related diseases identified

Friday, April 16, 2010 - 02:21 in Health & Medicine

Scientists have identified a specific gene as potential new target for treating obesity-related diseases. Two recent research studies examined the role of a gene called STAT4 in the development of type 2 diabetes and other obesity-related cardiovascular diseases.

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