Daily pill cuts breast cancer risk in half

Daily pill cuts breast cancer risk in half

Under the current system, when drugs lose their patent and become generic, meaning they can be sold by any manufacturer, pharmaceutical companies have little incentive to file new license applications. As a result, drugs that have shown promise for purposes other than those for which they were authorized, such as prevention rather than treatment, end …

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New Weight Loss Drug Works Like an Exercise Pill

New Weight Loss Drug Works Like an Exercise Pill

The weight loss drug revolution appears to have truly arrived. For decades, there have been compounds available that reduce weight or strengthen muscles, but they always have dangerous side effects and worsen long-term health. The compensation simply wasn’t worth it. A weight loss pill still seemed far away. Now, drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro …

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The little blue pill can make it difficult…to see! 32-year-old man goes blind in one eye after using Viagra

This scan shows the damage caused by blocked blood vessels in the 32-year-old man's right eye.

A man suddenly went blind in one eye after taking Viagra and doctors believe the erectile dysfunction cure could be the cause. The 32-year-old Iranian took an exceptional dose of sildenafil, the main ingredient in the little blue pill. He lost the sight in his right eye almost immediately afterwards. Despite efforts to restore his …

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Is the 30-30-30 rule the magic pill for weight loss?

Is the 30-30-30 rule the magic pill for weight loss?

The 30-30-30 rule emphasizes a holistic, triple bottom line approach to weight loss, encompassing three essential components: exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness. Each element is crucial to creating a complete and effective strategy for a sustainable weight loss routine. Here’s a brief exploration of each component: Exercise is a critical component of any weight loss journey. …

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Antibiotic doxycycline may be morning-after pill for high-risk patients after unprotected sex, CDC suggests

Antibiotic doxycycline may be morning-after pill for high-risk patients after unprotected sex, CDC suggests

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week proposed a new guideline for high-risk patients to take the antibiotic known as doxycycline as a morning-after pill to decrease the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). ). Experts say health officials will likely approve the directive, published Monday in the Federal Register. The public …

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