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Cancer Patient Speaks Again After Larynx Transplant
A Massachusetts man has achieved a historic medical milestone by regaining his ability to speak following an unprecedented voice box transplant. This groundbreaking...
Climate Change Spurs Lone Star Tick Migration and Health Risks
The lone star tick, an aggressive tick species known for causing alpha-gal syndrome (commonly referred to as red meat allergy) and transmitting other...
Study Links Ozempic and Wegovy to Rare Blindness Risk
A recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology suggests that using Ozempic or Wegovy may elevate the risk of a rare form of blindness...
FDA Greenlights Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s Drug Donanemab
On Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s drug, donanemab, marking a significant milestone in the treatment...
New, Deadly Mpox Variant Sparks Global Outbreak Concerns
Health experts and the World Health Organization have issued warnings about a dangerous new strain of mpox, currently causing a severe outbreak in...
Lawsuits Claim Baby Bottle Makers Misled on Microplastic Risks
Philips North America and Handi-Craft Company, the parent company of Dr. Brown’s Baby, face separate lawsuits filed Tuesday alleging that their baby bottles,...
Weight Loss Drugs May Reduce Bone Density: Study
A recent study published in the journal JAMA Network indicates that medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, popular for weight loss, may lead...
Cosmetic Surgery Booms in 2023 Amid Weight Loss Drug Surge
In a comprehensive report analyzing trends in cosmetic surgery, 2023 saw a significant uptick in procedures such as fillers, Botox injections, facelifts, and...
Wegovy Approved in China, Novo Nordisk Prioritizes Patient Supply
Ozempic manufacturer Novo Nordisk announced on Tuesday that its popular weight loss drug Wegovy has been approved for sale in China. This approval...
FDA Approves Menthol Vapes Amid Cigarette Ban Delays
On Friday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first-ever menthol-flavored vapes, allowing four NJOY menthol e-cigarettes to enter the market. NJOY,...
