Medications - Page 19

April 16

Dementia risk connected to cannabis-related hospital visits, says study

New research found that older individuals who visited the hospital for cannabis-related reasons could be at a higher risk of developing dementia. Canadian researcher Daniel Myran discusses the findings.

April 15

Soaring Medicare prescription drug prices targeted in Trump's new executive order

The order instructs the Department of Health and Human Services to standardize Medicare payments for prescription drugs no matter where a patient receives treatment.

April 13

Creatine may not build more muscle after all, study suggests

The sports supplement creatine may not be effective in building muscle, according to a new study from the University of New South Wales. Researchers and exercise scientists speak about the findings.

April 12

Diabetes and weight-loss drug ‘changed my life,’ says senator: ‘I feel a decade younger’

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said Mounjaro changed his life with 'significant' health benefits. He's calling for widespread access to GLP-1 medications as doctors shared thoughts.

April 12

Genetic cholesterol eliminated by new drug, reducing heart attack risk, study finds

Researchers have discovered an experimental medication that significantly reduces a cholesterol-like particle that can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

April 6

Prostate cancer drug now available to more patients with aggressive form of disease

Pluvicto, a prostate cancer drug, has gained expanded approval that triples the number of patients with metastatic disease who are eligible to receive the drug.

April 3, 2025

Ozempic, other semaglutides linked to hair loss: Here's what to know

Popular medications for obesity and diabetes have been linked to an increased risk of hair loss, particularly for women. Researchers and doctors weigh in.

April 2, 2025

Common vitamin shown to reduce autoimmune disease

A new study suggests that high doses of vitamin D supplements could help reduce disease activity among multiple sclerosis patients. Experts weigh in on the findings.

March 31, 2025

'The White Lotus' characters taking lorazepam: What is it and why are they in danger by abusing it?

Lorazepam is trending due to its mentions on "The White Lotus," but experts warn that it’s not a casual fix. Learn more about its effects and potential dangers, as well as safer options.

March 28, 2025

New class of antibiotics discovered: 'Promising answer'

Amid a surge in drug-resistant bacteria, researchers believe they have discovered a new class of antibiotics, three decades since the last one came to market.