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More and more workers are using weight loss drugs. It’s costing their employers a fortune
Weight loss drugs are proving to be super popular among many workers with job-based health insurance. But GLP-1 medications are busting their employers’ budgets, leading some firms to rethink their coverage. The share of very large firms covering these drugs for obesity soared to 43% this year, up from 28% last year, according to KFF’s latest annual Employer Health Benefits…
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Fewer women receive lung transplants despite policy changes, study finds
Credit: CC0 Public Domain New research from UCLA Health reveals that women continue to face barriers in accessing lung transplants compared to men, despite recent national policy changes aimed at making organ distribution more equitable. “Female lung transplant candidates have historically faced unique challenges in organ allocation due to a combination of biological and social factors,” said Dr. Abbas Ardehali,…
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Despite the hoopla, vaccines should be in reach this cough-and-cold season
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: For people whose autumn agenda includes getting vaccinated against respiratory diseases — covid, flu, and, for some, RSV — this year may be surprisingly routine. Following several confusing months this summer when federal officials announced and…
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Why so many people are struggling to get medicine
Persistent shortages of popular drugs are affecting millions of patients worldwide. What lies behind it? When the end of the month rolls around, Donia Youssef, a 46-year-old children’s book writer based in Essex, UK, starts to worry. It is when she calls her local pharmacy to fill her prescription for ADHD medication, but increasingly she gets an answer she dreads:…
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Surging Health Consciousness Among the Millennials and Gen-Z Population Aiding Market Growth
Company Logo The Saudi Arabia bouillon and stock cubes market is poised for growth due to surging health consciousness among Millennials and Gen-Z, rising expatriate numbers, and demand for exotic foods. The expansion of convenience stores, e-commerce growth, and local healthy dish trends also offer significant market opportunities. Saudi Arabian Bouillon and Stock Cubes Market Saudi Arabian Bouillon and Stock…
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New alert to anyone taking sertraline, amitriptyline, citalopram or maprotiline
Research has linked antidepressants to changes in heart rate, blood pressure and weight – with some ‘instantly’ gaining almost 5lbs Neil Shaw Assistant Editor (Money and Lifestyle) 06:24, 22 Oct 2025Updated 07:54, 22 Oct 2025 Millions of people take antidepressants every day in the UK People taking certain antidepressants can put on up to 2kg (4.5lbs) in the first two…
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New method noninvasively measures Achilles tendon structure and function in professional dancers
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain A study in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research uses a noninvasive, nonradioactive imaging-based method to measure the structure and function of the Achilles tendon in professional ballet dancers. The method could potentially be developed to help prevent injuries and improve rehabilitation efforts in athletes, as well as in the general public. The study involved what is…
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Can strawberries help prevent diabetes? New trial shows promising results in prediabetic adults
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 found that daily freeze-dried strawberry intake enhanced antioxidant biomarkers, lowered inflammation, and improved fasting glucose, suggesting a delicious way to support metabolic health and prevent diabetes progression. Study: Dietary Strawberries Improve Serum Antioxidant Profiles in…
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Medsafe investigating Estradot brand of oestrogen patches
File photo. Photo: Garo Phanie / AFP Medsafe is investigating a brand of oestrogen patches, after receiving multiple reports from users who say they are experiencing a lack of adhesion and efficacy. An Estradot user, Crystal, noticed her menopause symptoms returning, which she did not think much of until reports of similar experiences in an online support group. She told…
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North Lake Charles will soon have access to new health services facility
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) – Southwest Louisiana Health Services will soon have a new permanent facility to serve its patients. After the 2020 hurricanes damaged the old building, they had to improvise. “We had to make exam rooms out of the call center and out of the break room. We had to have staff working at a lot of the…
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