Medications - Page 56

Strep throat infections have spiked above pre-COVID highs, says report: 'We've missed cases'

April 23, 2023

Strep throat infections have spiked above pre-COVID highs, says report: 'We've missed cases'

After plummeting in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, strep throat infections skyrocketed in February 2023 and remain elevated, according to a report from Epic Research.

Health surprise: Hibernating bears may help us beat blood clots, says new research

April 16, 2023

Health surprise: Hibernating bears may help us beat blood clots, says new research

Research shows that hibernating bears prevent blood clots by keeping a low level of a key protein in their blood. Experts are hopeful that future medications may help prevent blood clots in humans.

Pharmacies that make abortion access as easy as buying ‘candy’ will see financial backlash: pro-life activist

April 14, 2023

Pharmacies that make abortion access as easy as buying ‘candy’ will see financial backlash: pro-life activist

The CEO of the pro-life group 40 Days for Life says CVS and Walgreens stores planning to sell abortion pills are making bad business decisions that the companies will likely "regret."

Overturning Roe vs. Wade was huge, but this abortion case is the biggest yet

April 11, 2023

Overturning Roe vs. Wade was huge, but this abortion case is the biggest yet

Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas recently halted FDA approval of the abortion pill.

Asthma and eczema could increase risk of osteoarthritis, study finds

April 7, 2023

Asthma and eczema could increase risk of osteoarthritis, study finds

People who have asthma or eczema could be at a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis and existing allergy medications could help slow the progression, a study found.

COVID vaccine nasal spray shows strong immune response in study: 'Could be a game changer'

April 6, 2023

COVID vaccine nasal spray shows strong immune response in study: 'Could be a game changer'

A new study has shown promising results for a nasal COVID-19 vaccine in Germany, showing a strong immune response to the coronavirus in hamsters. The study was published in Nature Microbiology.

ADHD numbers climbing dramatically in the U.S., especially among women, says new study

April 5, 2023

ADHD numbers climbing dramatically in the U.S., especially among women, says new study

The number of people diagnosed with ADHD is climbing steadily, especially among women. The share of diagnosed females between 23 and 49 nearly doubled from 2020 to 2022.

Weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy: What to know before you stop taking them

April 3, 2023

Weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy: What to know before you stop taking them

While semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy are effective for weight loss, some people may want to stop taking them — here's what they should know before quitting.

'Sweetheart' drug deals with China are a clear and present danger to America: Sen. Hawley

April 2, 2023

'Sweetheart' drug deals with China are a clear and present danger to America: Sen. Hawley

China's control over the global drug supply chain poses a national security threat as drug shortages continued to rise domestically, Sen. Josh Hawley says.

WHO considers adding obesity drugs on its ‘essential medicines’ list

March 30, 2023

WHO considers adding obesity drugs on its ‘essential medicines’ list

WHO is considering adding drugs to combat obesity to its “essential medicines list," which could pave way for governments to recommend the products to lower income countries.