Medications - Page 12

October 10, 2025

Hair-loss drug tied to suicides, depression and anxiety in global study

A Hebrew University researcher calls for finasteride removal from the market after finding that many may have died by suicide from the hair-loss medication's side effects.

October 10, 2025

Ozempic and similar drugs could interfere with common medical procedure, research warns

A new study reveals that GLP-1 drugs may affect medical scan results, though experts say findings are preliminary and more data is needed before changing medical practice.

October 9, 2025

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Medical experts share five essential tips for flu shot preparation and recovery, including proper clothing choices, hydration and management of side effects.

October 8, 2025

Scientists may have discovered first gene therapy for incurable brain disease

Researchers announce breakthrough results for AMT-130, the first disease-modifying treatment for Huntington's disease, with FDA approval application planned for early next year.

October 7, 2025

Experts sound alarm as weight-loss shortcut could put Americans at risk

High costs and shortages are driving demand for unregulated GLP-1 drugs, prompting FDA alerts about counterfeit Ozempic and calls for stricter enforcement by legal experts.

October 5, 2025

Your morning coffee could be sabotaging your prescription drugs without you knowing it

Heart medications, asthma treatments, osteoporosis drugs and mental health prescriptions can all interact with caffeine, potentially altering their therapeutic benefits.

October 4, 2025

Low testosterone signs men can’t ignore — and what experts say about hormone therapy

Testosterone therapy can help men with low hormone levels, but experts warn of serious risks including stroke, prostate issues and heart disease complications.

October 3, 2025

Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery

A clinical trial of NVG-291 peptide drug demonstrates promising results for spinal cord injury patients, with participant Larry Williams regaining balance abilities.

October 2, 2025

Weight-loss surgery pros and cons in the spotlight after singer's 'scary' experience

Weight-loss experts explain why combining GLP-1 medications with bariatric surgery may be the most effective approach to treating obesity in 2025.

October 1, 2025

New breast cancer drug wins FDA approval after slashing progression risk by nearly 40%

The FDA-approved Inluriyo, an oral estrogen receptor antagonist from Eli Lilly, has shown to achieve significant improvement in progression-free survival for breast cancer.