Diabetes
Wegovy Linked to Reduced Triptan Use in Women
A large Danish registry study suggests that adults who start semaglutide for weight management may use fewer triptans — but the effect appears to be driven mainly by women.
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Diabetes
GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic and Wegovy Lower Blood Pressure
A new meta-analysis of phase 3 trials finds that GLP-1 receptor agonists—drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and newer multi-hormone receptor modulators (MHRMs)—are associated with…
Cancer
Guerdy Abraira: Cancer Gave Her a Different Strength
Real Housewives of Miami star Guerdy Abraira says her breast cancer diagnosis left her changed — tougher, more grounded and focused on health.
Cancer
NHS and Morrisons add cancer warnings to bath products
Morrisons has partnered with NHS England to put cancer awareness messages on nine own-brand bath and shower products, urging shoppers to “Be body aware” and “Know the signs of cancer.”…
Women's Health
Guerdy Abraira: Breast Cancer Gave Her New Strength
Guerdy Abraira, star of The Real Housewives of Miami, says her breast cancer journey left her with a different kind of strength and confidence.
ADHD and Autism
Study: Antidepressants in Pregnancy Not Tied to Autism or ADHD
A large, international review found no convincing evidence that taking antidepressants before or during pregnancy directly causes autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or…
Health News
NHS Hits 18‑Week Target as Waiting Lists Fall Sharply
The NHS has reached the 18‑week referral-to-treatment target as waiting times improve sharply, marking the largest year‑on‑year reduction in 16 years.
Fitness
NHS England to Fund Lifelong SMA Treatments
Hundreds more children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) will now have routine, long-term access to two transformative therapies on the NHS in England.
Fitness
Why 8,500 Daily Steps Help Weight Loss and Maintenance
A new analysis suggests that aiming for about 8,500 steps a day can be a simple, effective part of losing weight and keeping it off when combined with dietary changes.
Food Safety
Hantavirus Cruise Cases: Why Public Risk Is Low
Eighteen Americans who were aboard a cruise ship tied to a hantavirus outbreak have been flown back to the United States, health officials say. The U.S.
Drugs and Treatments
GLP-1 Rise Linked to Falling Bariatric Surgery Rates
A new analysis of U.S. bariatric surgery data shows a notable decline in procedures as prescriptions for GLP‑1 weight-loss drugs and other nonsurgical programs have surged.