Medications - Page 23

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

August 2, 2025

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.

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

August 1, 2025

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.

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

July 28, 2025

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.

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

July 24, 2025

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.

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

July 24, 2025

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.

Ambien under scrutiny amid claims Joe Biden had been taking sleep drug

July 23, 2025

Ambien under scrutiny amid claims Joe Biden had been taking sleep drug

After Hunter Biden suggested his father's debate performance was impacted by Ambien use, doctors note the sleep medication can cause confusion and cognitive issues in elderly patients.

Man's deadly brain cancer tumor disappears after experimental drug trial

July 22, 2025

Man's deadly brain cancer tumor disappears after experimental drug trial

Man with deadly glioblastoma shows no signs of disease after taking experimental immunotherapy drug ipilimumab, inspiring a clinical trial for newly diagnosed patients.

Doctors react to alleged Trump health concerns as photos show swelling and bruising

July 18, 2025

Doctors react to alleged Trump health concerns as photos show swelling and bruising

Medical experts weigh in on President Trump's health after photos show swollen legs and a bruised hand; they discussed venous insufficiency and aspirin therapy side effects.

The key to living longer could be tied to a surprising substance, study suggests

July 16, 2025

The key to living longer could be tied to a surprising substance, study suggests

Psilocybin treatment, or magic mushrooms, showed cellular life extension in aged mice, according to Emory University researchers. The study co-author discusses the results.

New weekly injection for Parkinson's could replace daily pill for millions, study suggests

July 15, 2025

New weekly injection for Parkinson's could replace daily pill for millions, study suggests

Research shows promising results for a weekly injectable Parkinson's treatment that maintains consistent medication levels, possibly eliminating multiple daily pills.