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I’ve lost over 70lbs on Ozempic…I don’t want to sound ungrateful but an unforeseen side effect is making me furious
A weight-loss drug user has revealed an unexpected side-effect after shifting the pounds. The individual, who posted on Reddit, didn’t specify which GLP-1 drug they were on, but the post was made in the Ozempic forum. They said they had lost 70lbs – and began receiving more attention and free items at restaurants. They wrote: ‘I’ve lost over 70 pounds now…. and…
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Government shutdown takes hold with no end in sight
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government was thrown into a shutdown Wednesday with no easy endgame in sight, as Democrats held firm to their demands to salvage health care subsidies that President Donald Trump and Republican in Congress have dismissed as something to possibly discuss later. The White House threatened mass layoffs of federal workers, rather than simply the normal…
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Brain protein could hold key to healthier aging
Credit: Autophagy (2025). DOI: 10.1080/15548627.2025.2541384 Could the secret to a longer, healthier life be hidden inside the brain of a fruit fly? Researchers at National Taiwan University (NTU) think the answer is yes. In a new study published in Autophagy, Prof. Chih-Chiang Chan and his team discovered that turning off a single protein in the brain—Rab27—can extend lifespan, protect neurons,…
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Ultraprocessed food addiction in older adults: Key findings
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Researchers warn that ultraprocessed food has left a lasting imprint on older Americans, especially women, linking addictive eating to poorer physical and mental health. Study: Ultra-processed food addiction in a nationally representative sample of older adults…
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What will TrumpRx mean for patients? Who saves — and how much
Could “TrumpRx” be the prescription for lower drug prices? President Trump announced a landmark deal with Pfizer to cut drug prices and sell them on TrumpRx, a new direct-to-consumer federal website that’s slated to launch next year. Prescription drug prices in the US are roughly 2.78 times higher on average than in 33 other high-income countries, a 2024 report by…
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White House, Pfizer cut deal: Company to sell cheaper drugs on TrumpRx website
President Donald Trump announced plans on Tuesday for a new website that will allow consumers to buy drugs directly from manufacturers. The website will be government-run and known as TrumpRx, according to The Wall Street Journal. In a deal with the White House, drug maker Pfizer has agreed to sell some of its medications on the site at a reduced…
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How ozone affects lung health and oral microbiome diversity
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Scientists reveal that short-term ozone inhalation doesn’t just harm the lungs; it reshapes the microbes in your mouth, with men facing the greatest risks. Study: Impact of Ozone Exposure on Oral Microbiome: A Controlled, Randomized, Crossover…
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A step toward diagnosing the flu with your tongue
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Flu season is fast approaching in the northern hemisphere. And a taste-based influenza test could someday have you swapping nasal swabs for chewing gum. A new molecular sensor has been designed to release a thyme flavor when it encounters the influenza virus. Researchers reporting in ACS Central Science say that they plan to incorporate this type…
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Medical Experts Urge Pregnant Women and Families to Talk with a Trusted Healthcare Professional
Founded in 1973, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating and engaging the public, communities, and healthcare professionals about infectious diseases across the lifespan. This website is designed to provide education to the public and healthcare professionals about infectious diseases across the lifespan. All information on this site is for general…
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