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New hair loss treatments may be on the way after major discovery, researchers say

July 22, 2023

New hair loss treatments may be on the way after major discovery, researchers say

Researchers from the University of California have identified a molecule called osteopontin that is linked to faster hair growth, a San Diego biopharmaceutical company has announced.

Detransitioned boy castrated by doctors warns kids about perils of gender ideology: 'Patient for life'

July 21, 2023

Detransitioned boy castrated by doctors warns kids about perils of gender ideology: 'Patient for life'

A detransitioned 20-year-old who had castration surgery says he wants to warn young boys about following in his footsteps.

Texas city reports syphilis outbreak amid 'limited supply' of penicillin drug

July 20, 2023

Texas city reports syphilis outbreak amid 'limited supply' of penicillin drug

As syphilis cases continue to spike across the U.S. — with some cities and states reporting outbreaks — there is growing concern about the availability of Bicillin to treat the infection.

AI app helps aging adults manage their prescriptions with one photo: ‘Your personal health assistant’

July 20, 2023

AI app helps aging adults manage their prescriptions with one photo: ‘Your personal health assistant’

“Together," a free iPhone app built on generative AI, is designed to help aging adults and their caregivers manage daily medications and other health care tasks. The creator shared insights.

Dementia patients who take opioids face 'worrisome' death risk, new study finds

July 18, 2023

Dementia patients who take opioids face 'worrisome' death risk, new study finds

A new study says that opioid use could put dementia patients at a higher risk of death. The research was recently revealed at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference.

New dementia drug 'has given me hope’: Alzheimer’s patients reveal their stories

July 18, 2023

New dementia drug 'has given me hope’: Alzheimer’s patients reveal their stories

The first new Alzheimer’s treatment in 20 years was granted full FDA approval in early July 2023. Two patients who participated in the clinical trials share personal experiences.

'Dentist's dream' of regrowing teeth advances to clinical trials in Japan, says report

July 15, 2023

'Dentist's dream' of regrowing teeth advances to clinical trials in Japan, says report

Patients who haven't developed a full set of teeth due to genetics will be eligible, potentially, to participate in future clinical trials for experimental medicine to regrow teeth.

What is xylazine? White House launches national response plan for combating drug deaths

July 12, 2023

What is xylazine? White House launches national response plan for combating drug deaths

The White House released a response plan this week to address the emerging threat of fentanyl combined with xylazine in the U.S. But, what is the drug and what are its effects?

Ozempic diabetes and weight loss medication under investigation after a few reports of suicidal thoughts

July 10, 2023

Ozempic diabetes and weight loss medication under investigation after a few reports of suicidal thoughts

The popular medications Ozempic and Saxenda from Novo Nordisk are being investigated after three people experienced an increase in thoughts of suicide and self-harm.

Australia becomes 1st country to allow patients with depression, PTSD take psychedelics

July 3, 2023

Australia becomes 1st country to allow patients with depression, PTSD take psychedelics

Australia has officially become the world’s first country to legalize the use of psychedelic substances to treat patients suffering from either depression or PTSD.