Louisiana State

NBC News

A popular obesity drug may help treat a dangerous disorder in which people struggle to breathe while they sleep, a new study finds. Tirzepatide, the medication in the weight loss drug Zepbound and also the diabetes treatment Mounjaro, appeared to reduce the severity of sleep apnea along with reducing weight and improving blood pressure and other health measures in patients with obesity who took the drug for a year.

Popular weight loss drug may help treat severe sleep apnea, new research finds

UPI News

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 weight-loss drugs appear to increase the risk of a rare and potentially blinding eye condition, a new study warns.

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs linked to rare blinding condition

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.



What is ‘Rice-Zempic’? Experts say trendy, bizarre drink has ‘zero scientific backing’

“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

A popular obesity drug may help treat a dangerous disorder in which people struggle to breathe while they sleep, a new study finds. Tirzepatide, the medication in the weight-loss drug Zepbound and also the diabetes treatment Mounjaro, appeared to reduce the severity of sleep apnea along with reducing weight and improving blood pressure and other health measures in patients with obesity who took the drug for a year.

Obesity drug used in Mounjaro and Zepbound may help treat dangerous sleep apnea

Bloating, heavy legs, and water retention are common problems, especially in spring. The causes? There can be many. One of the most frequent is a sedentary lifestyle and a diet richer in sugars and fats during the winter months. stress that the body undergoes with the change of season can...

5 Vegetables to Eat for Debloating and Weight Loss

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Parade

'I'm a Registered Dietitian, and This Is the Most Important Vitamin for Shedding Belly Fat'

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

The List

Jelly Roll was sick of feeling depressed and unhealthy, so he decided to make a big change and save his own life by losing a huge amount of weight.

Everything We Know About Jelly Roll's Weight Loss Journey

Adel, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Weight-Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Does Not Pose Added Cancer Risk Study Says. ‘Breaking Bad’ actor Jesse Plemons, 36, has lost noticeable weight by intermittent fasting since last year. However, popular weight-loss drugs have proven effective for countless others. Ozempic, the brand name of Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide. It’s also known...

‘Breaking Bad’ Actor, 36, Proud to Drop 50 Pounds Without Ozempic. The Popular Weight-Loss Drug’s Impact on Potential Cancer Risks

Since the dawn of the Internet (and probably well before), there have been several solutions sold for weight management — including vitamins for weight loss. One in particular, vitamin B12 supplements, are often touted as a solution for weight management. There are mixed claims when it comes to vitamin...

Vitamin B12 for Weight Loss: Does It Work?

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Fox News

Making the right dietary choices is one of the best ways to manage diabetes and lower blood sugars, according to nutritionists. Experts share the best and worst foods for diabetics.

Best and worst foods for people with diabetes to maintain good health

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Have you ever wondered what happens after you have a heart attack or open heart surgery? Usually, after a stay in the hospital, you can’t just go back to normal. Recovery requires a specialized medical team and a strict regimen to keep you healthy. A cardiac rehabilitation specialist will...

The Role of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist in Preventing Heart Disease

This eggcellent news is nothing to yolk about.

Eggs have long been a point of contention among health experts, with some claiming the ovum is hell on the heart.

Yet, research dispels the belief that eggs are harmful to the cardiovascular system and even suggests that a daily dose of this superfood could be a bigger benefit than previously thought. 

The results of a large-scale study of nearly half a million people in China over a period of nine years found that those who ate up to one egg per day had a lower risk of heart disease and stroke.



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This superfood can help with weight loss and prevent heart disease

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Covering Your Health: Weight-Loss Surgery Access

LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Louisiana has the second highest rate of obesity in the US. And a new law seeks to help that by increasing access...

Covering Your Health: Weight-Loss Surgery Access

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