A three-year study of tirzepatide – a medication approved in the US as Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for weight loss – found that when adults who had prediabetes and obesity or overweight used it weekly, it lowered their risk of progression to diabetes by 94% compared with a placebo, according to drugmaker Eli Lilly.

Tirzepatide cuts risk of diabetes by 94% in adults with prediabetes and obesity or overweight, drugmaker says

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 The anti-obesity drug Ozempic could slow down ageing and has “far-reaching benefits” beyond what was imagined, researchers have suggested.Multiple studies have found semaglutide (available under the brand names Wegovy and Ozempic) reduced the risk of death in people who were obese or overweight and had cardiovascular disease without diabetes.Participants who took semaglutide died at a lower rate from all causes, as well from cardiovascular causes and Covid-19, researchers found.The drug was also found to improve heart failure symptoms.It wouldn’t surprise me that improving people’s health this way actually slows down the ageing process.Professor Harlan M KrumholzResponding to research published...

Ozempic hailed as ‘fountain of youth’ drug that could slow down ageing, researchers say

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Find out what dementia experts have to say about the connection.

A New Study Says This Commonly-Prescribed Medication Could Help Lower Dementia Risk By 50%

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Untreated high blood pressure may significantly raise your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.

Your Alzheimer’s Risk Could be 42% Higher if You Leave High Blood Pressure Untreated

A new study led by UCL suggests that the anti-obesity drug semaglutide could help prevent heart attacks and other significant cardiac events in overweight individuals with cardiovascular disease, regardless of the presence of heart failure. A new study led by Professor John Deanfield of UCL suggests that the anti-obesity drug...

Preventing Heart Attacks: Scientists Discover New Health Benefits of Semaglutide

After a regulatory hiccup earlier this month, Novo Nordisk’s heart failure ambitions for its obesity star Wegovy (semaglutide) are starting to get back on track. Novo’s semaglutide cut the risk of combined cardiovascular (CV) death or worsening heart failure (HF) events by 31%, based on an incident rate of 5.4% in semaglutide patients versus 7.5% in those on placebo, the company said Friday.

Novo rekindles heart failure hopes for semaglutide with new pooled analysis

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Metformin and GLP-1 drugs can complement each other for better results.

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An aortic root aneurysm is a bulge in the first section of the aorta, where the artery joins the heart and aortic valve. Treatment for an aortic root aneurysm can help prevent serious complications. The aorta is the main artery that transports blood away from the heart to supply the...

What is an aortic root aneurysm?

There are tens of millions of people in the U.S. taking the cholesterol-lowering medications known as statins to prevent heart disease. This could be because the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force advises healthcare professionals to prescribe statins in patients ages 40 to 75 who have at least one risk factor for heart disease, such as diabetes or dyslipidemia, and an estimated 10-year cardiovascular risk of 10 percent or more.

Glaucoma joins growing list of statin side effects

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High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a silent but serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, many individuals underestimate the dangers associated with untreated hypertension. One of the most severe consequences of refusing to take prescribed blood pressure medication is the increased risk of stroke. In this article, we will explore why managing blood pressure is crucial, the potential outcomes of neglecting medication, and the link between hypertension and stroke. By understanding these risks, individuals can make informed decisions about their health and the importance of adhering to medical advice.

Why refusing to take blood pressure medication might lead to stroke

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) usually takes several years to develop. In many cases, it may take at least 5 years for the condition to develop after a diagnosis of diabetes. However, the onset, progression, and extent of vision loss can vary widely. The risk of DR can. the longer a person...

How quickly can diabetic retinopathy develop?

Dehydration affects 20% to 30% of older adults and is usually caused by insufficient water intake. It may also be caused by excess water loss through diarrhea, vomiting, sweating, high fever, or side effects from medication. Dehydration occurs when a person loses more water than they take in. Water serves...

Symptoms of Dehydration in Adults Older Than 65

High cholesterol can cause the arteries to narrow, leading to serious complications, such as heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Lowering high cholesterol can help prevent complications. High cholesterol can lead to excess cholesterol in the blood, which can cause a buildup of fatty deposits, or plaque, in the arteries.

Potential complications of high cholesterol

Strong bones help maintain mobility and enhance quality of life. People with HIV are more prone to bone loss and fractures, but you can take steps to improve bone health. Bone is living tissue largely made up of minerals and collagen. Cells called osteoblasts continually add new bone tissue, while osteoclasts dissolve old bone. As people age, bone resorption starts to outpace bone formation, and bone mass naturally declines. Osteopenia is an earlier stage of bone loss, which can progress to osteoporosis.

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More than 1 million American women enter menopause every year. Here’s what to know and how to treat it.

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The weight-loss drug Wegovy is now available in Australia. Wegovy is administered as a once-weekly injection and is approved specifically for weight management. It's intended to be used in combination with a reduced-energy diet and increased physical activity. So how does Wegovy work and how much weight can you expect...

Ozempic vs Wegovy: The Risks And Side Effects of Semaglutide Drugs

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Taking aspirin may help reduce colorectal cancer risk in people making unhealthy lifestyle choices such as smoking and following a poor diet, a new study indicates.

Aspirin may offset increased colorectal cancer risk from unhealthy lifestyle choices

Tirzepatide, the active ingredient in these diabetes and weight loss drugs, slashed the likelihood of hospitalization and death in a new study.

Do You Have Heart Failure? This Weight Loss and Diabetes Drug Might Help

Ozempic is a drug that can help with weight loss. However, some people may experience “Ozempic rebound.” This refers to regaining weight and reversing the health benefits after they stop using the drug. Ozempic is a semaglutide drug that doctors typically prescribe for individuals living with type 2...

What to know about Ozempic rebound

An extensive search for an Indian woman who disappeared into a pavement sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur hit a snag on its eighth day, as authorities now say it is "too risky" to continue deploying divers. The incident has gripped Malaysia, with some 110 rescuers working around the clock this past...

Search for woman swallowed by 8m sinkhole now 'too risky'

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Ozempic could delay ageing, researchers suggest

New studies suggest the weight loss drug could be used to treat a range of issues, including heart...

Ozempic could delay ageing, researchers suggest

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