Who gets Ozempic? People with private insurance and many health plans, research shows

  The demand for popular drugs that treat diabetes, obesity and heart disease has increased in the last few years. New research from the University of Southern California showed a 442% increase in semaglutide prescriptions between January 2021 and December 2023. Semaglutide is an active ingredient in the diabetes drugs Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy, the … Read more

11 Medication Mistakes You May Be Making

  Taking even one medicine correctly and on time each day can be a challenge. In fact, research shows that almost half of all patients do not follow their medication instructions properly. For adults who tend to take multiple medications, the problem is even greater. “Their rules are more complicated,” says David Bates, MD, director … Read more

GBN Health Check: HALF of Britons don’t know about eight common medicine ingredients that can ‘kill’.

GBN Health Check: HALF of Britons don't know about eight common medicine ingredients that can 'kill'.

Health experts have issued a warning to Britons who take too many medicines after finding that one in two people are unaware of the potentially dangerous side effects. New data from TakingCare reveals that half of Britons are unaware of the side effects of the medicines they take, with common medicines for conditions such as … Read more

FDA Database Reveals High Number of Serious Serious Adverse Events from Ozempic, Similar GLP1 Drugs

  For this latest study, the team of Dr. Miller looked at reports submitted to the FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) from the second quarter of 2005 to the first quarter of 2024. They found 287,201 adverse events related to the drug group. According to research, older GLP-1s, such as Byetta and Victoza, have … Read more

5 medications that may be legal to take with you

5 medications that may be legal to take with you

Different states have rules and regulations about what medications are allowed. What may be a permanent order at home may be considered illegal or require special permission in other countries. Here are five common types of medications that can cause problems when traveling, to ensure that the trip goes smoothly within customs. 1. Opioid drugs … Read more

Natural Health: It’s been non-stop since the school holidays started – I’m tired when I wake up.

  My two year old gets eczema behind the ears and knees, and it can be very itchy and painful. Is there a natural lotion I can use? The short and simple answer is yes – calendula lotion can help relieve itching and breakouts almost immediately and is a great topical solution to have for … Read more

Insider Today: The new Ozempic

  Hello! I’m Jordan Parker Erb, filling in for Joi-Marie McKenzie today. If you’re thinking of visiting Dubai for the first time, follow these tips from expats. They write that newcomers often make the same mistakes. (Hint: Don’t throw away the Emirates flight ticket.) But first: Are you sure about that move? If this was … Read more