Medications - Page 29

RFK Jr. urges Americans to dispose of medicine safely — and to not flush them

April 26, 2025

RFK Jr. urges Americans to dispose of medicine safely — and to not flush them

On National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is urging Americans to dispose of their prescription medications safely.

Stem-cell therapy for Parkinson's shows 'strong promise' in relieving symptoms

April 22, 2025

Stem-cell therapy for Parkinson's shows 'strong promise' in relieving symptoms

In a small study, researchers transplanted stem cells into the brains of 12 Parkinson’s patients, stopping progression and bringing about improvement in motor function.

New drug for Parkinson’s shown to be effective in clinical trials: 'Very encouraged'

April 18, 2025

New drug for Parkinson’s shown to be effective in clinical trials: 'Very encouraged'

A new pill, tavapadon, has shown potential in easing Parkinson’s symptoms while limiting side effects. In patients taking at least 400 mg of levodopa daily, tavapadon helped reduce motor fluctuations.

First GLP-1 pill for weight loss, diabetes shows success in late-phase trial

April 17, 2025

First GLP-1 pill for weight loss, diabetes shows success in late-phase trial

Eli Lilly has seen positive results from a phase 3 trial of Orforglipron, the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss and type 2 diabetes. Previous versions were administered via injection.

Fake Ozempic drugs found in US drug supply, FDA warns

April 16, 2025

Fake Ozempic drugs found in US drug supply, FDA warns

The FDA has issued a warning about counterfeit Ozempic medications, sharing the lot numbers and serial numbers of products that should not be used, sold or distributed.

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

April 16, 2025

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.

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

April 15, 2025

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.

Creatine may not build more muscle after all, study suggests

April 13, 2025

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.

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

April 12, 2025

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.

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

April 12, 2025

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.