Medications - Page 24

February 25, 2025

Drugs that reduce dementia risk — and others that increase it

A new study found that some medications could have the unintended benefit of reducing dementia risk, while others could increase the risk. A doctor comments on the findings.

February 24, 2025

My state is conquering the opioid crisis. Other states need to do the same

When NH Gov. Chris Sununu took office, his state was the second worst for opioids. With the help of billions in settlement money, the problem is finally getting better.

February 22, 2025

Children with autism may see speech improvements with off-label prescription drug

An off-label prescription drug has been shown to help children with autism gain the ability to speak. Leucovorin is used for cancer patients, but doctors are pushing for its approval for autism.

February 21, 2025

Common cancer treatment can have this painful side effect

Chemo mouth is a common side effect of undergoing chemotherapy. Dr. Rajiv Saini of Texas discusses the symptoms, risks and best treatments for the harmful condition.

February 20, 2025

Experimental vaccine for common cancer shows potential in clinical trial

A Memorial Sloan Kettering phase 1 clinical trial revealed an immune response in some pancreatic cancer patients. Study co-author Dr. Vinod Balachandran talks about the impact on future cancer care.

February 20, 2025

Two Alzheimer’s drugs help patients live independently at home for longer periods

Two widely touted Alzheimer’s drugs have been shown to enable patients to remain in their homes for longer periods of time. Those medications, however, are not without their risks and side effects.

February 17, 2025

US Navy veteran beats cancer with experimental treatment and reliance on faith

John Ryan, a U.S. Navy veteran, beat cancer through nearly a decade of experimental immunotherapy treatment. The vet shared his motivation to persevere in an on-camera interview with Fox News Digital.

February 14, 2025

Weight-loss, diabetes drugs linked to vision problems in small study

GLP-1) receptor agonists, which are used to treat type 2 diabetes and/or obesity, were linked to vision problems in a small study. Here's what doctors have to say.

February 3, 2025

Dementia risk may be lowered by one important medical device

New research suggests that wearing continuous glucose monitors could lower the risk of dementia. Experts discuss how symptoms can overlap between diabetes and dementia.

February 2, 2025

Woman suffers pain for 20 years until her mystery ailment is finally diagnosed

A woman described her battle with pain for the better part of 20 years — until an MRI scan finally revealed what was causing her so much discomfort. Here's what she learned about endometriosis.