Medications - Page 45

Ask a health expert: ‘Should I take Paxlovid if I have COVID?’

January 24, 2024

Ask a health expert: ‘Should I take Paxlovid if I have COVID?’

Sean Marchese, a registered nurse at The Mesothelioma Center in Florida, reveals who should, and shouldn't, take Paxlovid after a COVID-19 diagnosis.

Ozempic and Wegovy overdose calls have spiked, experts say — here’s what to know about dangerous doses

January 21, 2024

Ozempic and Wegovy overdose calls have spiked, experts say — here’s what to know about dangerous doses

As the popularity of semaglutide weight loss medications continues to grow, so does the rate of potentially dangerous overdoses. Experts share warning signs and prevention tips.

Scabies outbreak in UK linked to drug shortages, experts confirm: 'Progressively worse'

January 20, 2024

Scabies outbreak in UK linked to drug shortages, experts confirm: 'Progressively worse'

U.K. doctors are sounding the alarm about a surge in scabies cases across the country, according to reports. Experts weigh in on drug shortages and prevention tips.

Marine vet touts benefits of psychedelic-assisted PTSD drugs as FDA considers MDMA approval

January 19, 2024

Marine vet touts benefits of psychedelic-assisted PTSD drugs as FDA considers MDMA approval

A drug application for psychedelic-assisted therapies has been filed for FDA approval. Marine Corps veteran Juliana Mercer shares the benefits of the treatment, with doctors also weighing in.

Milford Regional Medical Center warns it may deny care to those using 'unwelcome words' about race, gender

January 19, 2024

Milford Regional Medical Center warns it may deny care to those using 'unwelcome words' about race, gender

The chief medical officer at a Massachusetts medical facility announced to current and potential patients that they have rules about conduct while visiting their premises.

NY midwife gave children oral pellets instead of vaccines, fined $300K for falsifying records

January 18, 2024

NY midwife gave children oral pellets instead of vaccines, fined $300K for falsifying records

A midwife in Long Island, New York, has been hit with approximately $300,000 in fines after reportedly falsifying vaccination records for many of her child patients.

Ozempic and Wegovy could lead to muscle loss, experts say, but prevention is possible

January 18, 2024

Ozempic and Wegovy could lead to muscle loss, experts say, but prevention is possible

Ozempic and Wegovy could help you shed unwanted pounds and keep obesity-related disease at bay — but you could lose some muscle in the process, some experts warn.

Ask a doctor: 'When is a cough something to worry about?'

January 15, 2024

Ask a doctor: 'When is a cough something to worry about?'

In some cases, coughs can be very debilitating, but in other cases they can resolve on their own, so it’s not always easy to know when to seek medical attention. Experts advise on what to look for.

Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?

January 15, 2024

Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?

Excessive sweating at night can be caused by a multitude of health issues or conditions, according to medical experts. Here's what to know and what steps to take if this affects you.

New Alzheimer’s treatment accelerates removal of plaque from the brain in clinical trials

January 14, 2024

New Alzheimer’s treatment accelerates removal of plaque from the brain in clinical trials

By pairing focused ultrasound in combination with antibody therapies, researchers were able to accelerate the removal of amyloid-beta plaques from the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s disease.