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Alternative medicine

Single Injection Appears to Prevent Virtually All Allergic Reactions

Omalizumab shows promise in treating seasonal allergies by targeting underlying allergic responses rather than merely alleviating symptoms.

fromwww.nytimes.com

OMG science

The Physicians Really Are Healing Themselves, With Ozempic

Physicians are increasingly using new obesity drugs, signaling their effectiveness and potential impact on health.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

3 months ago

OMG science

Daily briefing: Huge study highlights new health risks of obesity drugs

Ozempic weight-loss drugs may increase the risk of arthritis and pancreatitis despite their benefits in lowering other health risks.

Wearables

fromwww.npr.org

1 month ago

Two patients navigate the new Alzheimer's drugs

Two FDA-approved drugs (Leqembi and Kisunla) can slow Alzheimer's progression by over 25%, but results vary among individuals.

Wellness

1 month ago

Why Do Most People Quit Ozempic after Two Years?

Weight-loss drugs like semaglutide are effective, but most patients discontinue use within two years, leading to weight regain.

fromFuturism

Single Injection Appears to Prevent Virtually All Allergic Reactions

Omalizumab shows promise in treating seasonal allergies by targeting underlying allergic responses rather than merely alleviating symptoms.

OMG science

fromwww.nytimes.com

The Physicians Really Are Healing Themselves, With Ozempic

Physicians are increasingly using new obesity drugs, signaling their effectiveness and potential impact on health.

OMG science

3 months ago

Daily briefing: Huge study highlights new health risks of obesity drugs

Ozempic weight-loss drugs may increase the risk of arthritis and pancreatitis despite their benefits in lowering other health risks.

more#health

#weight-loss

fromwww.scarymommy.com

Compounded GLP-1s Are Going Away. Here's What To Do If You Take Them.

Millions of Americans on injectable weight loss medications face financial uncertainty as affordable compounded versions are being phased out.

fromPsychology Today

Medicine

New Weight Loss Medications May Help Treat Addiction

Ozempic and similar medications may reduce opioid and alcohol use disorders alongside treating weight issues.

Medicine

The weight-loss drugs being tested in 2025: will they beat Ozempic?

New weight-loss medications are aiming to improve upon existing drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy by offering enhanced benefits and resolving current treatment limitations.

fromFast Company

Medicine

By selling copycat weight-loss drugs, WeightWatchers has become a copycat business

WeightWatchers is pivoting to become an online pharmacy, following the rise of weight-loss medications.

The company's stock has increased since the leadership change, reflecting market response to its new direction.

fromwww.scarymommy.com

Compounded GLP-1s Are Going Away. Here's What To Do If You Take Them.

Millions of Americans on injectable weight loss medications face financial uncertainty as affordable compounded versions are being phased out.

fromPsychology Today

Medicine

New Weight Loss Medications May Help Treat Addiction

Ozempic and similar medications may reduce opioid and alcohol use disorders alongside treating weight issues.

Medicine

The weight-loss drugs being tested in 2025: will they beat Ozempic?

New weight-loss medications are aiming to improve upon existing drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy by offering enhanced benefits and resolving current treatment limitations.

fromFast Company

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Medicine

By selling copycat weight-loss drugs, WeightWatchers has become a copycat business

WeightWatchers is pivoting to become an online pharmacy, following the rise of weight-loss medications.

The company's stock has increased since the leadership change, reflecting market response to its new direction.

I'm a cardiologist - this overprescribed drug taken by millions of people is toxic for your heart

The long-term use of ADHD stimulant medications poses potential cardiovascular risks that may have been overlooked by the FDA.

3 weeks ago

Medicine

Missed and delayed medication putting A&E patients at risk, new report reveals

Missed doses of critical medications in A&E jeopardize patient safety, necessitating reliable medication management by both patients and NHS staff.

Trump's tariffs' possible side effects include making pain relievers and antibiotics more expensive

Tariffs on imports could significantly increase medication prices for Americans.

Proposed tariffs may disrupt the affordability and access of critical drugs manufactured abroad.

fromThe Atlantic

4 months ago

Wellness

West Virginia's Weight-Loss Experiment

The pilot program demonstrated the effectiveness of obesity medications but was ultimately halted due to cost concerns.

Medicine

fromBusiness Insider

3 months ago

Trump's tariffs' possible side effects include making pain relievers and antibiotics more expensive

Tariffs on imports could significantly increase medication prices for Americans.

Proposed tariffs may disrupt the affordability and access of critical drugs manufactured abroad.

fromThe Atlantic

4 months ago

Wellness

West Virginia's Weight-Loss Experiment

The pilot program demonstrated the effectiveness of obesity medications but was ultimately halted due to cost concerns.

more#healthcare-costs

fromBuzzFeed

Medicine

The Lifesaving Items That Doctors Always Pack On Vacation

Packing essential medications and identification copies is crucial for safe travel preparedness.

Wellness

fromPsychology Today

Can Strength Training Protect Against Alzheimer's?

Alzheimer's disease affects nearly seven million Americans and puts a significant strain on caretakers.