GLP-1s: The double-edged sword of miracle weight-loss drugs
These weight loss medications, administered via injections, work by mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate appetite and blood sugar levels.
Trump blames FAA diversity initiatives for Washington DC air collision that killed 67
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From anti-vaccine advocacy to raw milk, many of RFK Jr.’s views fall outside the mainstream
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine advocacy is outside the mainstream. His previous statements on ...
From conspiracy theories to a heated vaccine debate, here’s what to expect at the RFK Jr. hearings
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The top cause of death in the U.S. remains the same
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Healthiest Eating US States Revealed by Maps
Maps show the U.S. states with the healthiest diets, based on fruit and vegetables, alcohol, food insecurity, and diseases.
Health groups prepare for the unthinkable: Working with RFK Jr.
WASHINGTON — When President Donald Trump tapped Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to become the nation’s top health official, his ...
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There could be a new definition for obesity. A doctor explains why this matters
For years, medical experts have defined obesity primarily based on body mass index, which measures stored fat by calculating ...
Ozempic’s health benefits keep growing, but are the risks worth it?
A major new study has revealed a long list of benefits and some little-known risks of Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications.
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Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic found to have other unexpected benefits
The study revealed that weight-loss drugs significantly benefit neurological and behavioral health, including decreased risks ...