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7 of this week's most noteworthy health stories, in case you missed them

June 2, 2024

7 of this week's most noteworthy health stories, in case you missed them

Before heading into a new week, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 7 of the biggest recent stories.

Ozempic and Wegovy could double as kidney disease treatment, study suggests

May 30, 2024

Ozempic and Wegovy could double as kidney disease treatment, study suggests

Semaglutide medications including Ozempic and Wegovy have been shown to reduce kidney failure risk and the risk of death among people with kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. Two doctors weighed in.

UN treaty reached to protect indigenous knowledge on genetic resources from exploitation

May 24, 2024

UN treaty reached to protect indigenous knowledge on genetic resources from exploitation

The United Nations member countries have finalized a new treaty aimed at better tracing traditional knowledge related to genetic resources, officials say.

5 myths about schizophrenia, according to a mental health expert: ‘Huge stigma’

May 24, 2024

5 myths about schizophrenia, according to a mental health expert: ‘Huge stigma’

Approximately 1% of Americans are affected by schizophrenia — yet the disorder remains highly misunderstood. A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner shares some common myths.

Pet medication for deadly cat illness soon to be available in US: 'Huge triumph'

May 15, 2024

Pet medication for deadly cat illness soon to be available in US: 'Huge triumph'

A drug used to treat feline infectious peritonitis will be available in the United States as of June 1, in a move cat advocates and cat lovers say is a "cause for celebration."

‘Liquid gold’ could bring new hope to multiple sclerosis patients, study suggests: ‘Profound benefit’

April 30, 2024

‘Liquid gold’ could bring new hope to multiple sclerosis patients, study suggests: ‘Profound benefit’

An experimental medication called CNM-Au8 — a drinkable liquid with gold nanocrystals — has shown promising results in clinical trials for improving MS symptoms. Doctors and researchers weighed in.

‘Sleep disorder drove my son to suicide,’ New York mother says: ‘Broke my heart’

April 26, 2024

‘Sleep disorder drove my son to suicide,’ New York mother says: ‘Broke my heart’

Derek McFadden was 23 when he took his own life on August 17, 2018, in Tucson, Arizona. His mother, Robin McFadden, said she believes that her son’s insomnia was the “driver" of his suicide.

AI could predict whether cancer treatments will work, experts say: ‘Exciting time in medicine'

April 23, 2024

AI could predict whether cancer treatments will work, experts say: ‘Exciting time in medicine'

A chemotherapy alternative called immunotherapy is showing promise in treating cancer — and a new artificial intelligence tool could help ensure that patients have the best possible experience.

Health weekend roundup: A mother's health mission, sleep-blocking foods, heat illnesses and more

April 21, 2024

Health weekend roundup: A mother's health mission, sleep-blocking foods, heat illnesses and more

As your weekend continues and you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out.

Utah mom fights for her daughter’s access to discontinued diabetes medication: ‘Life-saving'

April 19, 2024

Utah mom fights for her daughter’s access to discontinued diabetes medication: ‘Life-saving'

A Utah mother is fighting for her teen daughter’s access to diabetes medicine after it was discontinued. Alison Smart, plus other parents and medical experts, discussed the risks and options.