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Weight-loss drug Zepbound may be more effective in women
The injectable weight-loss drug Zepbound appears to work better in women than in men, according to a new…
In new survey, many Americans don’t plan to get fall flu, COVID-19 vaccines
In a new survey, 56% of respondents said they plan to get a flu shot this fall, while just 43% said they'll get…
High doses of ADHD meds might trigger psychosis
High doses of stimulants like Adderall can increase the risk of psychosis or mania by more than fivefold, a new…
Hair dye ingredient led to woman’s temporary vision loss
An ingredient in the hair dye a French woman used caused her to develop a vision-robbing retinopathy,…
Study: A-fib 3 times more common than experts thought
The number of Americans with atrial fibrillation, a potentially dangerous heart rhythm condition, is three…
Ozempic might prevent heart trouble in people with kidney issues
Ozempic and Wegovy can prevent heart problems in overweight and obese people, particularly if they also suffer…
Diabetes may increase risk of gum disease
People with diabetes are more prone to gum disease, due to the damage the chronic illness does to small blood…
New blood test aims to gauge odds of lung issues like COPD
An experimental blood test could one day help identify people most likely to develop severe lung problems like…
Study finds weekly insulin injections as effective for diabetes as daily shots
Weekly insulin shots can help control both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes as well as daily injections do, a pair of…
Weight-loss drug Saxenda might help obese kids as young as 6
The weight-loss drug liraglutide (Saxenda) helped obese children lower their BMI and reach a healthier weight,…