Amanda Hartman, of Walnut Creek, California, now browses for clothes that better fit. Sarah Lowenthal, 37, of Greenwich, Connecticut, has reduced her junk food purchases by about 90 percent. Kait Handler, 40, discovered a pair of non-plus-size jeans that fit. “I was never into shopping, probably because I couldn’t do it comfortably,” Handler said. “Those … Read more
Proton pump inhibitors have long been cornerstones for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease, a malady caused by excessive stomach acid escaping into the esophagus. Treatment is not limited to GERD but also extends into the realm of management in Barrett’s esophagus, peptic ulcers-most often drug-induced due to the overuse of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, Helicobacter pylori infections … Read more
A historic $300 million settlement is agreed to by top U.S. drug distributors; this should be an important development in accountability for the opioid epidemic. Key Insights: McKesson, Cardinal, and Cencora-three behemoths in the world of pharmaceutical distribution-will pay against claims linked to their responsibility in the overdose epidemic. These companies have already paid billions … Read more
Millions of Americans are taking prescribed drugs to lose weight and to control diabetes. But are the warning labels on those drugs clear about the risks?She was prescribed both Wegovy and Ozempic, and soon found herself needing emergency surgery. Now she’s suing. Juanita Gantt, 67, told CBS News she had always battled weight gain, reaching … Read more
The FDA approval this week of their first needle-free epinephrine alternative, Neffy, an innovative alternative to the traditional injectable versions including EpiPen for the management of anaphylaxis and severe allergic reactions is something. I am a doctor and, with gusto, will prescribe it from day one. Epinephrine is the quickest and most potent treatment for … Read more