Medications - Page 12

August 25

Young lawyer dies after routine medical scan triggers fatal allergic reaction

A young woman died from a severe allergic reaction to iodinated contrast during a routine CT scan in Brazil, with such reactions occurring just once in every 5,000 to 10,000 cases.

August 21

Parents send college kids back to school with Narcan to combat overdoses

Some believe college students should carry Narcan to campus, though there are training concerns. There are also Good Samaritan policies for opioid overdose emergencies.

August 13

Popular weight-loss drugs linked to sudden vision loss, research suggests

New studies found that Americans with type 2 diabetes who are taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro could face an increased risk of rare eye conditions.

August 13

More than 20 GOP attorneys general call on RFK Jr, FDA to reinstate safeguards for abortion drugs

More than 20 Republican attorneys general are demanding that the Trump administration reinstate safety protocols for the abortion drug mifepristone.

August 6

Woman beats deadly brain cancer with investigational cell therapy: 'Truly amazing'

A clinical trial of an experimental cell therapy shows promising results for glioblastoma patients, with tumors disappearing on MRIs after the breakthrough cancer treatment.

August 2

Common sweetener could hold untapped potential to fight aggressive cancer, study finds

Preliminary study reveals that fermented stevia extract may help fight pancreatic cancer cells, though experts caution that more human research is needed before clinical use.

August 1

Popular weight-loss medication could relieve painful arthritis symptoms, doctors report

Medical professionals observe that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic show promise for treating rheumatoid arthritis alongside other inflammatory conditions.

July 28

Weight-loss patients taking Zepbound forced to switch to Wegovy after drop in coverage

Weight-loss patients voice concerns as CVS Caremark drops Zepbound coverage for Wegovy, though exceptions may exist for those with previous adverse reactions.

July 24

Two cancer drugs show promise in reversing Alzheimer's devastating effects

UCSF researchers found the cancer drugs letrozole and irinotecan may reverse Alzheimer's effects, reducing tau protein clumps and improving memory in mice.

July 24

Joe Biden's alleged Ambien use sparks warnings about jobs that prohibit sleep aids

Joe Biden's alleged Ambien use raises questions, as the medication is contraindicated for those requiring mental alertness, according to industry guidelines.