Altoona, PA

New York Post

Move over, Ozempic.

Researchers say a similar medication helped more than 200 overweight adults shed an average of 15.6% of their body weight after 48 weeks — with less muscle lost.

The promising results of a phase 2 trial of pemvidutide — which included “significant” decreases in heart disease risk factors such as cholesterol — were shared this week at the American Diabetes Association’s annual science conference in Orlando.



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“These findings demonstrated that the use of pemvidutide may have important effects on the quality of weight loss and cardiometabolic-associated comorbidities of obesity,”...

New weight loss drug may be better than Ozempic — here’s how

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Subbing it out for an alternative could add years to your life.

The One Food Dietitians Are Begging People Over 60 to Stop Eating ASAP

Shin

The buzz around appetite-suppressing drugs like Ozempic has skyrocketed thanks to social media, but as these medications gain popularity, it's crucial to remember that scientific understanding of their effects is still evolving.

Is 'Ozempic Face' Real? The Controversial Side Effect of a Popular Weight Loss Drug

The Mirror US

The controversial use of Ozempic for weight loss has been on the rise among Hollywood stars, but an expert has warned of the effects of rapid weight loss

'Ozempic face' fears as expert warns of 4 issues with rapid weight-loss technique

Huntingdon, PA

HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Huntingdon County Humane Society is looking to help Hayden, a 2-year-old Beagle mix find her fur-ever home. Hayden is a sweet, gentle, and playful girl. She was brought into the shelter about two weeks ago, but is adjusting just fine while she waits for her family. She’s great with other dogs, kids, and cats!

Meet Hayden from the Huntingdon County Humane Society

Sweeteners used to boost coffee, tea, oatmeal, plain yogurt and other beverages come in so many varieties, they should have a menu of their own. The many options include white sugar, brown sugar, honey, artificial sweeteners, plant-based sugar substitutes and more. But what’s the healthiest choice?. Before you choose...

What's the healthiest sweetener? The No. 1 pick, according to dietitians

The Independent

 A new weight loss drug is more effective than medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, new research suggests.Tirzepatide, which is sold under the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound – which treat diabetes and weight loss, respectively – leads to more weight loss than semaglutide.Semaglutide is the active ingredient in Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy and Ozempic, which have been taken for weight loss by an estimated 15.5 million Americans, according to a Gallup poll released in May.A new study, published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine, is thought to be the first head-to-head comparison of the two weight loss drugs.Electronic health records...

A weight loss miracle! New shot does better than Ozempic and Wegovy during trials

We all know and love broccoli but generally overlook another member of the Brassica family that deserves some time in the spotlight. Make some room for mustard greens, a peppery veggie that you should be eating more of — here’s why. Like other dark leafy greens, mustard greens...

The green veggie you’re not eating enough of, according to a dietitian

Say Goodbye to Fine Lines & Wrinkles with the help of Plexaderm.

Say Goodbye to Fine Lines & Wrinkles with the help of Plexaderm

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Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

In a world flooded with misinformation about diet and weight loss, figuring out which foods to eat and which to avoid can feel like a never-ending maze. One minute, you may read a social media post that encourages you to cut out all fruits to lose weight. Then you come across a podcast that praises some fruits for their nutritional benefits but demonizes others.

6 "Bad" Fruits You Should Be Eating for Weight Loss, According to Dietitians

Another side effect of vaping makes it's way into the spotlight.

Another side effect of vaping makes it's way into the spotlight

The Healthy 

You might be familiar with—or even know someone who has seen remarkable weight loss results from—medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. Perhaps you’ve wondered just how much weight you can lose with these drugs, and whether one is particularly more effective than the others. To understand their effectiveness, knowing how these medications work is essential.

How Much Weight Can You Lose on Semaglutides? Board-Certified Obesity Doctors Explain

Juniata College Women’s Volleyball team honored at the White House.

Juniata College Women’s Volleyball team honored at the White House

Reuters

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Most patients stop using Wegovy, Ozempic for weight loss within two years, analysis finds

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

GM’s Orion Assembly Plant won’t build electric trucks until mid-2026. The Cruise self-driving robotaxi will no longer use the Origin purpose-built vehicle. General Motors is again delaying a planned ramp-up of electric pickup trucks, as well as the first Buick EV for the U.S., reports Bloomberg (via Autoblog).

GM delays electric truck plant, punts Buick EV

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Oregon State

Saint Augustine, FL

Lisa S. Gerard

Brittany Tavar, 45, disappeared from her home in St. Augustine, Florida, on July 6, 2010. She was part of a large family scattered on the other side of the country. Brittany's friends in the area described her as generous and caring. Not only was she regarded as a kind person, she was known to help others in need.

Florida Woman Befriends Homeless Man in 2010; Both Tragically Vanish

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814 Your Health Check: How the Dietitian and Pharmaceutical teams at Gloria Gates CARE work together to optimize patient care

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Gloria Gates Care is a new, innovative way of healthcare that is being offered in our area for folks who are lacking...

814 Your Health Check: How the Dietitian and Pharmaceutical teams at Gloria Gates CARE work together to optimize patient care

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