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New FDA Warning Added to Popular Weight Loss DrugsNew FDA Warning Added to Popular Weight Loss Drugs Nov. 6, 2024 – The FDA has updated the labels for all GLP-1 weight loss drugs with a warning about pulmonary aspiration during general anesthesia or deep sedation. The affected drugs are liraglutide (Saxenda, Victoza), semaglutide (Ozempic, Rybelsus, Wegovy), and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound). “This was a safety-related labeling change for the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist product class,” an FDA spokesperson said.According to the new label: “There have been rare postmarketing reports of pulmonary aspiration in patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists undergoing elective surgeries or procedures requiring general anesthesia or deep- Can New Wearable Tech Reset Your Internal Clock?New devices promise to help realign your body’s circadian rhythm for better health, but do they work? Here’s what the experts say.
- 'Forever Chemicals' Linked to Gut Health and Kidney ProblemsExposure to chemicals called PFAS during young adulthood has been linked to yet another serious health problem – reduced kidney function and kidney disease.
- Sugar in Kids' First 1,000 Days Tied to Health Risks in AdulthoodLimiting sugar intake during pregnancy and the first two years of a child’s life may lead to lifelong health benefits.
- Weight Loss Drugs May Be a New Alternative to Knee ReplacementsA new study suggests that weekly self-injections of the weight loss drug semaglutide could reduce knee pain from moderate osteoarthritis by nearly 50%.
- FDA Fast-Tracks Asciminib for New Chronic Leukemia PatientsThe FDA has granted accelerated approval to asciminib as a first-line treatment for adults newly diagnosed with Philadelphia chromosome–positive chronic myeloid leukemia, a rare type of blood cancer.
- Wait, Now Standing Desks Are Bad? What Office Workers Can DoRecent research suggests that standing won’t save you from the health harms of sitting. But before you ditch your standing desk (or your job), consider this expert advice.
- Can’t Shake That Cough? Walking Pneumonia Is on the RiseYoung children are increasingly being infected with bacteria that can lead to the illness known as walking pneumonia. A hallmark symptom is a cough that starts out dry, but eventually produces moderate amounts of thick, non-bloody mucus. The cough can last for weeks.
- This Familiar Gesture Might Also Be a Sign of ConcussionNew evidence suggests that rapidly shaking your head after a big hit could indicate a serious brain injury. But why do people do that, anyway?
- Marijuana in Pregnancy Tied to Kids' Attention, Anger IssuesUsing cannabis during pregnancy may have a negative impact on some areas of a child’s development. Here's what to know.
- Tests, Viruses, and Advice: Navigating the New Flu Season With changing recommendations and multiple seasonal viruses to contend with, here’s your simple guide to the 2024-2025 cold and flu season and when to call your doctor.
- FDA OKs New Drug for Urinary Tract InfectionsThe FDA has approved Orlynvah, a new oral treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women who have limited options for effective antibiotic therapy.
- Over 7,000 Bottles of Antidepressant Recalled: What to KnowThousands of bottles of the medicine duloxetine are being recalled because they may contain a potentially cancer-causing agent.
- CDC Recommends People Ages 50 to 64 Get Pneumococcal VaccinesThe CDC now says everyone 50 to 64 years old should get a pneumococcal vaccine to help protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections.
- New First-in-Class Drug Approved for Advanced Stomach CancerThe FDA has approved a new drug called zolbetuximab designed to attack a novel target that’s in a type of stomach cancer.
- Pregnant, Can’t Sleep? Scary Studies Won’t Help. But This WillIf the negative effects of poor sleep in pregnancy are keeping you up at night, here’s what to do.
- These Popular Ab Exercises Can Be Bad for YouKnown as “core compression” moves, they look impressive on social media, but there are better, safer ways to build core strength, experts say.
- Deadly E. coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald’s Quarter PoundersAn E. coli bacterial outbreak has been linked to the death of one person and prompted McDonald’s to stop selling Quarter Pounder hamburgers in 12 states.
- Why Scientists Are Linking More Diseases to Light at NightCancer, heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s – the list of diseases linked to nighttime light exposure is getting longer. Here’s what scientists think is happening and what to do about it.
- At-Home Brain Stimulation Device Targets DepressionA headset that can be worn at home to stimulate the brain and treat depression has passed an important research milestone.
- Sick of Vaccines? Here’s What Health Pros Want You to KnowIf you’re feeling indifferent about getting vaccinated this year, you’re not alone — and here’s why.
- The Surprisingly Simple Act that May Help You Recover Post-OpAn early review of 35 studies found that listening to music can lower pain, anxiety, and heart rate after surgery, potentially helping you get better faster.
- RSV Vaccine Shows Strong Protection for Older AdultsA large new study says the RSV vaccine is 80% effective at preventing hospitalization in older adults due to complications from the illness, and works just as well at protecting them from death or needing intensive care unit support for severe complications.
- FDA Approves New Treatment for Advanced Parkinson’s DiseaseThe FDA has just approved a new injectable treatment for adults with advanced Parkinson’s disease called Vyalev (also known as Produodopa).
- Standing Desks Don’t Cut Stroke or Heart Failure RiskNew research suggests that using a standing desk doesn’t reduce the chance of problems like heart disease or stroke, and may even boost the risk of circulatory problems, such as varicose veins or deep vein thrombosis.
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