Q&A: Weighing the social costs of weight-loss drugs
A wildly popular class of drugs called GLP-1 agonists—which includes Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound—are revolutionizing the treatment of obesity.
Aug 22, 2024
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A wildly popular class of drugs called GLP-1 agonists—which includes Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound—are revolutionizing the treatment of obesity.
Aug 22, 2024
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According to new research, cognitive impairments in psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are linked to brain network organization. This link between cognition and brain networks is present in individuals ...
Aug 20, 2024
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Twelve years after Washington and Colorado became the first states to legalize recreational marijuana, it's safe to say that weed is here to stay. Nearly 30% of Washington adults report using cannabis in the last month, and ...
Aug 14, 2024
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As Americans sweat through another scorching summer, one expert warns that while extreme heat can cause physical harm, it can also wreak havoc with your mental health.
Aug 12, 2024
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In the latest of three online gambling surveys conducted by the University of Massachusetts Amherst, monthly gamblers in Massachusetts reported an increase in gambling intensity and gambling harms. In addition, their attitudes ...
Aug 29, 2024
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An estimated one life was saved for every 17 times an extreme risk protection order removed guns from people who presented a risk of harming themselves or others, according to a Duke Health-led analysis of the laws in four ...
Aug 20, 2024
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When you have a young child, you can wind up spending most of your time changing diapers and feeding them, but one expert suggests that socialization is also important for your child's future well-being.
Aug 26, 2024
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In the midst of America's growing opioid crisis, a much healthier alternative to long-term pain management is emerging—one affectionately known as "the cuddle hormone," or oxytocin.
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Overprotective parents are often referred to as helicopter parents. While they have their child's best interest and safety in mind, they might be overbearing at times. A Baylor College of Medicine child and adolescent psychiatrist ...
Sep 10, 2024
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