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Potential dangers of GLP-1 medications
SOUTH BEND, IN (WSBT) — Weight-loss drugs have made headlines with famous names, like tennis superstar Serena Williams, admitting to taking them and having success. But with more people taking GLP-1 injectable drugs, there are more concerns about potentially serious side effects. Pat Delahanty has seen incredible weight loss since using GLP-1 drug Zepbound to control his appetite. “Honestly, it’s…
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US COVID-19 school closures were not cost-effective, but other non-pharmaceutical interventions were, study finds
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain School closures during the COVID-19 pandemic imposed enormous long-term costs while other measures delivered better health outcomes for far less money, according to new research led by Oxford University’s Department of Statistics and the Leverhulme Center for Demographic Science analyzing non-pharmaceutical interventions in the United States. The study examined policies implemented across US states during 2020,…
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Patanjali challenges Delhi HC order restraining it from airing 'disparaging' chyawanprash ads – Deccan Herald
Patanjali challenges Delhi HC order restraining it from airing ‘disparaging’ chyawanprash ads Deccan Herald Patanjali challenges Delhi High Court order to delete parts of its Chyawanprash ad campaign Bar and Bench Chyawanprash War Heats Up: Patanjali Moves HC Appellate Bench Over Dispute With Dabur NDTV Profit Patanjali vs. Dabur: The Chyawanprash Ad War Devdiscourse Patanjali challenges Delhi HC order restraining it from airing ‘disparaging’…
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Citrus flavonoid hesperidin lowers oxidative damage in cell experiments
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: A citrus-derived flavonoid shows potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in immune cells, hinting at future therapeutic potential. Study: Exploring the In Vitro Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Citrus Fruit Hesperidin Supplementation. Image Credit: kisa2014 / Shutterstock In a…
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Texas schools receive new guidance on student health care
Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy, and give us feedback. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Texas’ new parental consent law does not prevent nurses from administering basic health-related services like providing Band-Aids or…
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Rajasthan to Energize Agriculture: Daytime Electricity for Farmers by 2027
Rajasthan’s Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced a sweeping initiative on Saturday to supply daytime electricity to the state’s farmers by 2027. The promise came during the inauguration of the Shri Parashuram Gyanpeeth, a testament to the state’s commitment to innovation in the energy sector. Sharma emphasized Rajasthan’s strides toward becoming self-reliant in energy, positioning farmers as ‘annadata’ (food providers)…
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Cataract surgery on both eyes can be carried out safely and effectively in one go, studies indicate
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The results of two new studies show that it can be safe, effective and practical for most patients to have cataract surgery on both eyes in one day. Both studies were presented at the 43rd Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). The first study, by Danish researchers, shows that the majority…
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Doctor says everyone should take GLP-1 drugs daily for optimal health
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! They may have gained popularity for diabetes and weight loss, but GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have been linked to ever-expanding health benefits. In fact, some doctors — including Dr. Terry Dubrow, a plastic surgeon and TV personality based in Newport Beach, California — recommend that everyone takes a low daily…
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BU professor wins RF1 $3.2M grant for age-related neuropathology research
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: Tara Moore, PhD, professor of anatomy & neurobiology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, has been awarded a five-year, RF1 $3.2M grant from the NIH’s National Institute of Aging for her project “Extracellular…
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Prescription drugs linked to rise in fall-related deaths for seniors
For older adults, minor falls can pose major threats, as their risk of death after a fall has tripled in the U.S. over the last 30 years. Some experts believe that certain medications — a category called fall risk-increasing drugs (FRIDs) — could be to blame. Dr. Thomas A. Farley, a Washington, D.C.–based public health expert, writes in the medical publication JAMA that…
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