The Trump administration struck a deal with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to lower the cost of GLP-1 drugs. These drugs help with weight loss, diabetes, and other health issues. Starting soon, people will pay about $350 a month for these injectable drugs. This price will drop to $250 over the next two
The FDA has recently taken a stand against unapproved fluoride drugs for children, highlighting potential health risks. This move targets products that have been on the market for years, often promoted as a way to prevent tooth decay. The FDA sent notices to four companies selling these products, es
More and more people are using weight loss drugs through their jobs. But these drugs are expensive. This is causing big problems for employers. Big companies are more likely to cover these drugs. 43% of large firms now offer this benefit. That's up from 28% last year. But smaller companies are not
In 2025, families in the U. S. are feeling the pinch as health insurance premiums hit nearly $27, 000 a year. This is a 6% jump from the previous year, mainly due to the rising costs of prescription drugs, especially those for weight loss. Workers are now paying an average of $6, 850 towards these p
The pandemic changed a lot of things. It also brought attention to how young people in Ireland were using drugs and alcohol. During the tough lockdowns, hospitals saw more cases linked to these substances. Why is this important? Well, young people are still growing and developing. Their brains and
Employers are bracing for a significant hike in health care costs next year, with a median increase of 9 percent expected. This trend is largely driven by the rising use of GLP-1 drugs for obesity and diabetes, as well as the increasing prevalence and cost of cancer treatments. The survey, which inc
In the battle against COVID-19, math is playing a crucial role. Researchers are using something called topological indices to study the molecular structures of antiviral drugs. These indices are like numerical fingerprints that can tell us a lot about a drug's properties. Graph theory, a branch of
Cryptococcus gattii is a tricky fungus that can cause serious infections, even in healthy people. Doctors rely on antifungal drugs to treat these infections, but the fungus is becoming resistant. This is a growing concern, and scientists are working hard to find new solutions. In a recent study, re
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often misunderstood condition affecting millions of women. It can cause a range of symptoms, from irregular periods and weight gain to infertility and mental health struggles. For years, treatments have been limited, but a new class of drugs originall
Bevacizumab, ramucirumab, and aflibercept are drugs that can cause a lot of protein in the urine. This is called proteinuria. Doctors have known this for a while. But what they don't know is if these drugs can also hurt the kidneys. This is a big question. It needs more study. These drugs are used
