Medications - Page 17

July 2, 2025

Breast cancer survivors may have lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, study finds

Breast cancer treatment might offer protection against Alzheimer's disease, with a study of 70,000 survivors showing lower dementia risk, especially with radiation therapy.

June 28, 2025

New drug helps patients lose nearly 25% of body weight in early trials

Amycretin, a new weight-loss treatment from Novo Nordisk, combines two hunger hormones, helping participants lose nearly one-quarter of their body weight in early trials.

June 27, 2025

CDC committee moves to phase out controversial mercury ingredient from flu vaccines

CDC advisory committee recommends thimerosal-free influenza vaccines for all adults and children, despite claims that the mercury-based preservative poses no health risks.

June 24, 2025

Single dose of 'magic mushrooms' provides 5 years of depression relief, researchers find

The magic mushroom compound psilocybin shows long-lasting antidepressant effects in a clinical trial, with patients reporting less anxiety and improved daily functioning years later.

June 23, 2025

Diabetic patients taking GLP-1s may face increased risk of eye disease, study suggests

Canadian study reveals diabetic patients taking GLP-1 medications face twice the risk of eye problems, with longer exposure increasing danger of macular degeneration.

June 19, 2025

FDA approves first twice-yearly injection that prevents HIV infection

The injectable HIV prevention treatment Yetzugo, made by Gilead Sciences, has received FDA approval, offering a twice-yearly alternative to daily medications.

June 19, 2025

Your DNA could be stopping you from losing weight, new study suggests

Genetic factors may explain why some people don't lose weight even when following nutritious diets, although health improvements can still be seen regardless of weight changes.

June 18, 2025

Weight-loss surgery trumps popular Ozempic treatment in shocking new comparison

Study comparing bariatric surgery to GLP-1 medications shows 24% total weight loss from surgery versus 4.7% from injectables, with many patients quitting GLP-1 treatment within a year.

June 18, 2025

NSAIDs vs. acetaminophen: What you need to know before your next headache

Doctors compare household painkillers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen, explaining their mechanisms and when each works best for pain and inflammation.

June 15, 2025

Experimental cholesterol pill cuts heart attack risk with 'convenient' once-daily dose

Clinical trial shows Obicetrapib pill lowers bad cholesterol and lipoprotein(a) in high-risk patients on maximum cholesterol therapy, offering hope for treatment-resistant cases.