Medications - Page 5

Health November 17

Fast-growing cancer could be slowed by common blood pressure drug, research shows

Scientists accidentally discovered how an old blood pressure drug hydralazine could fight aggressive brain cancer by targeting cellular oxygen sensors.

Health November 15

Popular diabetes drug could block exercise benefits, new study warns

New research reveals metformin may reduce exercise benefits for diabetes patients, affecting blood sugar control and fitness gains in unexpected ways.

Health November 14

GLP-1 weight-loss medications linked to improved cancer survival in certain patients

GLP-1 medications may help colon cancer patients live longer by reducing inflammation and improving metabolic health, UC San Diego researchers found in a 6,800-patient study.

Health November 12

Some cancer patients could avoid surgery with innovative new therapy

Researchers say a new drug-delivery implant could help patients with hard-to-treat bladder cancer avoid losing their bladders — and stay cancer-free for years.

Health November 9

America’s fattest states revealed — and how Ozempic is changing the map

Insurance data reveals dramatic regional differences in Ozempic and Mounjaro usage, with obesity-heavy states prescribing GLP-1 medications at triple the rate of others.

Health November 4

New health warning issued over popular sleep aid millions take nightly

A new study reveals that melatonin supplements may increase heart failure risk by 90% in chronic insomnia patients, challenging assumptions about this popular sleep aid.

Health November 4

'Dilbert' creator's desperate plea shines spotlight on alternative prostate cancer drug

The FDA-approved drug Pluvicto offers hope for advanced prostate cancer patients, but access barriers remain despite proven effectiveness in extending survival.

Opinion November 3

DR. MAKARY, DR OZ: People talk about lowering healthcare costs, but the Trump administration is doing it

FDA announces major reforms to streamline biosimilar approvals, potentially saving Americans billions on prescription drug costs by removing extra clinical trial requirements.

Health October 30

Alzheimer’s pill could reduce brain decline in some high-risk patients, trial suggests

The experimental pill ALZ-801 slowed memory decline by 50% and reduced brain shrinkage in early Alzheimer's patients with APOE4 gene in phase 3 trial.

Health October 28

Anti-aging supplement could slow disease and keep you younger, with some cautions

New research reveals that NAD+ supplements may slow aging and boost cellular health, but experts urge caution and more studies before widespread use.

Health October 26

Popular weight-loss drugs could take the edge off your alcohol buzz, study finds

GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy appear to make people feel less drunk and reduce alcohol cravings by delaying gastric emptying, researchers report.