Medications - Page 2

June 26, 2026

Trump’s drug price war with Europe aims to make things cheaper for Americans

Trump administration launched a Section 301 investigation into Germany's drug pricing, targeting persistent underpayment for U.S. drugs.

June 20, 2026

Popular weight loss drugs linked to unexpected male fertility benefit

GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and liraglutide do not appear to suppress male hormones and may boost fertility in obese men, new research suggests.

June 19, 2026

Poison centers link growing Benadryl abuse among teens to dangerous social media trends

America's Poison Centers reports a concerning 31.9% rise in diphenhydramine abuse among teens, with cases reportedly more than doubling in 2026.

June 19, 2026

Weight-loss drugs linked to 'Ozempic ears' and other cosmetic complaints, surgeons say

GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic are linked to cosmetic concerns, including sagging earlobes, deflated breasts and flatter buttocks, surgeons say.

June 17, 2026

Ozempic users may be making a major weight-loss mistake, new study suggests

New research finds GLP-1 users significantly reduced physical activity, with daily steps and exercise declining after starting a weight loss medication.

June 9, 2026

Diabetes drug could slash risk of fatal heart condition in one group, scientists reveal

A diabetes drug called dapagliflozin may help prevent heart failure in people with genetic variants linked to cardiomyopathy, a new study finds.

June 9, 2026

Woman with advanced Alzheimer's regained speech and memories after taking magic mushrooms

A woman with advanced Alzheimer's reportedly showed significant brain function improvements after taking psilocybin mushrooms, per a case report.

June 7, 2026

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning

The TSA has updated medical marijuana guidelines, but experts warn against using cannabis on flights due to health effects at altitude.

June 5, 2026

Trump expands TrumpRx prescription drug discount program to more than 800 medications

Trump announces TrumpRx.gov expansion to over 800 discounted prescription drugs, claiming the program has saved Americans over $400 million.

June 4, 2026

People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study finds

A study found quetiapine reduced obstructive sleep apnea events but tripled attention lapses and impaired driving the next morning, researchers say.