Federal drug safety regulators have received nearly 300,000 adverse event reports involving health problems with Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and similar drugs from the same class of medications, highlighting the growing concerns about side effects associated with the widely used diabetes and weight loss treatments. In a report published last week...

FDA Database Reveals High Number of Severe Adverse Events Involving Problem from Ozempic, Similar GLP1 Drugs

People are excited to use semaglutide, a diabetes drug popular for assisting weight loss that's commonly sold as Ozempic and Wegovy — and there's good reason to be. But the Food and Drug Administration is now warning the public not to get carried away, issuing an alert that it's received reports of people getting hospitalized after overdosing on the drug, in some cases taking up to 20 times the recommended dosage.

FDA Says People Are Taking 20 Times the Proper Dose of Ozempic and Overdosing

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(Reuters) -Eli Lilly has sent cease-and-desist letters to U.S. healthcare providers in recent days to stop the promotion of the compounded versions of its drugs for weight loss and diabetes, as their supply increases, the company said on Wednesday.

Lilly demands doctors stop selling copycat weight-loss drugs

Yorvipath is a prodrug of parathyroid hormone (PTH) (1-34), designed to be administered once daily to provide continuous exposure to released PTH. FDA has approved Yorvipath (palopegteriparatide), an Ascendis Pharma product, for administration by subcutaneous injection to adults with hypoparathyroidism, a press release announced on Aug. 9, 2024 (1). “We...

New Drug for Rare Disorder Hypoparathyroidism Gets FDA Approval

Medical News Today

New research has found that people taking sulfonylurea, a common drug used for diabetes management, appear to be increasingly desensitized to signs that they are experiencing a hypoglycemic episode.

Common diabetes drug may desensitize people to dangerous drop in blood sugar

Colorado State

The Hill

(NEXSTAR) – If it seems like many people you know are suddenly getting COVID-19, you’re not alone – new tests found that more than half of U.S. states are currently at the highest possible level when it comes to detection of SARS-CoV-2. With U.S. citizens and municipalities now a less reliable source of data, experts with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have turned to the sewers to monitor the presence of infectious disease in our wastewater.

MAP: These 27 states at ‘very high’ COVID wastewater levels

Insulin-dependent diabetes was associated with increased complications and readmissions after shoulder arthroplasty. These outcomes may guide preoperative counseling and optimization of patients with diabetes. Results showed patients with insulin-dependent diabetes may have increased risk for postoperative complications and hospital readmissions after total shoulder arthroplasty vs. patients with diabetes and without...

Patients with insulin-dependent diabetes may have increased complications after TSA

LAS VEGAS — In a surprising twist that may delight carb-lovers everywhere, new research suggests that the humble potato could be a secret weapon for adults with Type 2 diabetes. Despite their reputation as a dietary villain, it turns out that baked potatoes may actually help slim waistlines and lower blood sugar levels.

Baked potatoes could be a surprising superfood for diabetics

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A DAD-OF-FIVE died after mistakenly pouring washing detergent on a bowl of cornflakes instead of milk, an inquest has heard. Tom McDonald was rushed to St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH) in Dublin on March 9, 2023, after his daughter realised he had accidentally poisoned himself. “It was so quick – he was perfectly well and […]

Dad-of-five with dementia died after accidentally pouring washing detergent on his cornflakes instead of milk

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Age should never dictate your style, whether we’re referring to clothes, hair, or makeup. If you feel your most confident self with super-long hair and you are past the age where it is no longer recommended to sport super-long hair, don’t give others’ tips a moment of attention. If, however, you feel like your current hair style or haircut isn’t serving you, and you can’t figure out why, it could be because it isn’t making the most of your hair how it is at this moment in time.

9 Worst Hairstyles Older Women Should Avoid Because They Draw Attention To Bald Spots And Thinning, Stylists Warn

Supplements are often taken to improve health and fill nutritional gaps, but not all are as beneficial as they seem. Some supplements, particularly when taken in excess or without proper guidance, can have unintended negative effects. For example, certain supplements can unknowingly contribute to high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular events.

4 Worst Supplements That Could Actually Lead To High Blood Pressure And Cardiovascular Events: Licorice Root & More

Everyday Health

Hypoglycemia symptoms include having anxiety, emotional instability, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Here's a list with more signs to watch for.

10 Warning Signs of Low Blood Sugar

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Yes, walnuts are great for you—except in this scenario.

Doctors Are Begging You to Avoid Walnuts If You've Ever Suffered From This Common Medical Issue

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Disclaimer: This content, written by Ada. E, aims to provide general informational and entertainment value. The astrological information shared has been extensively researched, carefully recorded, and thoughtfully observed by the author.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Always Short of Money. People Whose Money "Slips Through Their Fingers"

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Right-wing social media accounts shared images of women in revealing clothes, claiming they showed the vice president.

Fact Check: Photos Do Not Show Young Kamala Harris Working as an 'Escort'

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Statins are widely recognized for their role in lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart disease. But new research from the Cholesterol Treatment Trialists’ Collaboration (CTSU) has revealed that these life-saving medications may come with a small but significant drawback—an increased risk of developing diabetes, particularly in individuals already predisposed to the condition.

Statins and Diabetes: New Comprehensive Research Confirms Elevated Risk

Sometimes the most powerful remedies are hiding in plain sight. Take a moment to consider the humble black pepper sitting in your kitchen. This common spice, a staple in cuisines worldwide, might just be the unsung hero your liver has been waiting for. As we delve into the surprising benefits...

Could Black Pepper Be Your Liver Health’s Savior?

New York Post

Matthew Perry’s personal assistant injected him with the fatal dose of ketamine which led to his death after buying a batch of illicit drugs from a “master chef” on behalf of the late star, according to the federal indictment against him.

Perry’s live-in assistant Kenneth Iwamasa, 59, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine causing death, the Department of Justice announced Thursday.  

Perry, 54, died on October 28 last year in the hot tub of his rented home following ketamine injections administered by Iwamasa, prosecutors said. Iwamasa, who has been Perry’s assistant since 1994, now faces up to 15 years...

Matthew Perry’s assistant Kenny Iwamassa injected fatal overdose, bought illicit drugs from ‘master chef’: feds

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A Pennsylvania man says that taking Trulicity to treat his type 2 diabetes led to paralysis of the nerve endings in his intestines, resulting in an intestinal obstruction that left him with severe and permanent gastrointestinal injuries. Trulicity is a member of a new class of diabetes and weight loss...

Trulicity Lawsuit Alleges Intestinal Obstruction Caused By Side Effects of Diabetes Drug

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Eden, NC

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North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

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FDA Warns Against Compounded Semaglutide for Diabetes, Weight Loss

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. The FDA issued an alert to healthcare providers, compound pharmacies, and patients about recent overdoses associated with...

FDA Warns Against Compounded Semaglutide for Diabetes, Weight Loss

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