Quick weight loss from common GLP-1 medications might ‘deprive’ the brain, expert cautions
With the growing popularity of GLP-1 weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, experts are cautioning that rapid weight loss and strict calorie restrictions could starve the brain of essential energy and nutrients. Dr. Tommy Wood, a professor of pediatrics and neuroscience at the University of Washington, mentioned that the impact of these drugs on the […]
Why women prefer these $28 vaginal probiotics over prescription medications
Many women are opting for an alternative to their prescription medications, and it seems the affordability is appealing, but there’s more to it than just the price. Wholesome Wellness Dr. Formulated Raw Probiotics are experiencing a sales surge on Amazon—over 10,000 units sold in the last month alone, with numerous five-star reviews pouring in. This […]
Video: Leftist Writers Attack ‘Fascist’ Ozempic and Other GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications
A conflict over weight loss drugs unfolds It almost feels like a plot from a satirical novel, but here we are: some left-leaning authors have taken a stand against Ozempic and similar GLP-1 drugs. Seriously, who would have thought effective weight loss medications could be labeled as “fascist”? This rather bold assertion was made during […]
Court Permits Trump Administration to Subpoena Clinics Alleged to Provide Gender Transition Medications to Minors
Federal Appeals Court Backs Subpoena of Doctors Providing Sex-Change Treatments for Minors A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration, allowing subpoenas to be issued to doctors and clinics that administer sex-change drugs and surgeries to minors. Previously, last year, the Department of Justice (DOJ) declared that it had issued over […]
Transgender medications and surgeries have gone overboard: Let children be.
Most people in California would probably agree on the importance of treating everyone with respect. So, if someone feels the need to express a different gender identity, we can certainly acknowledge that choice. But there are boundaries to consider. These boundaries become particularly significant when it comes to children. Young people just aren’t equipped to […]
Hospitals Submitted Incorrect Codes for Gender Transition Medications
Hospitals Allegedly Misusing Diagnosis Codes for Minor Treatments According to a recent report from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), there are suspicions that hospitals have been inaccurately using diagnosis codes to bill insurance for puberty blockers and other gender transition medications given to minors. The report, titled “Wolves in White Coats: How […]
Panel Approves Multiple ‘Biohacking’ Medications as Social Media Interest Increases
FDA Advisory Committee Approves Peptides Amid Controversy The advisory committee made a narrow decision to approve several peptides, and the reactions are mixed. Supporters see it as a win for the “Make America Back to Health” movement, while critics worry it might lead to more drug abuse. The FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee voted to […]
‘It’s always challenging to remove a benefit’: CEO of a major Massachusetts health insurer talks about the decision to limit GLP-1 weight-loss medications.
Interview with Patrick Gilligan: Reflections and Future Insights In a recent conversation, Patrick Gilligan discussed his initial year at Point32Health and shared his expectations for the rest of 2026. This interview has been shortened for clarity. Q: What do you believe is central to the current challenges facing the health system? Answer: Well, it’s been […]
Use of GLP-1 medications in the U.S. almost increases fourfold in just two years
America is Losing Weight One Shot at a Time The number of U.S. adults using popular GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wigovy for weight loss has surged, increasing nearly fourfold in just two years. This uptick is evident on a larger scale, as obesity rates across the country show a slow but steady decline after […]
Dr. Mehmet Oz states that GLP-1 medications can aid in reducing health expenses linked to obesity.
GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs and Access to Care GLP-1 weight loss medications are becoming more common in American healthcare, though there seems to be some delay at the governmental level in fully embracing this trend. In a recent interview during the Great American State Fair in Washington, DC, Dr. Mehmet Oz, the CMS Administrator, shared […]