For a quarter century, a special system has quietly shaped how life-saving drugs reach people worldwide. Since its launch, this program has vetted over 500 medicines, making them eligible for purchase by international agencies and governments. That’s more than just a number—it represents real access
Countries are now finding ways to put life‑saving cancer medicines onto their health lists. The move follows a global guide that tells governments which drugs are most essential for treating common illnesses. By adding these medicines to national plans, health workers can give patients the right tre
Medical students are often trained to focus on specific diseases. This approach can be limiting, especially when dealing with patients who have multiple health issues. A shift is needed in medical education. It should move away from just treating diseases. Instead, it should focus on the whole perso
Bodybuilders are known for pushing boundaries, especially when it comes to enhancing their physiques. Recently, they have been experimenting with GLP-1 medicines. These drugs, like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, were originally designed to manage diabetes. However, they have gained attention for their
Ozempic, a popular drug for diabetes and weight loss, has shown unexpected benefits in reducing alcohol consumption. A recent study involving 48 participants with moderate alcohol-use disorder found that those taking semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, drank significantly less alcohol and
Ever think about what's really inside the pills you're taking? You might be surprised to learn that many medicines and anesthetics contain hidden animal parts. This can be a big deal for people with certain religious beliefs, who might prefer to avoid these ingredients. The weird thing is, there's n
Healthcare is a basic right, but many around the world can't access it. This is especially true in low- and middle-income countries. A recent study in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, looked into the availability, pricing, and affordability of essential medicines for heart disease. Researchers checked public,
Imagine a tiny protein named EGFR as a dancer in a ballet. It has partners, called ligands, that change its moves. Scientists recently explored seven of these partners and found something amazing. Each ligand makes EGFR move differently, like a dancer to different music. This might change how well E
Ever feel like your cold medicine isn't doing much? Well, the FDA agrees. They're planning to phase out phenylephrine, a common decongestant found in many over-the-counter cold medicines. Why? It turns out phenylephrine isn't as effective as we thought. When you swallow it, your stomach breaks it do
You might be surprised to learn that scientists are turning to old drugs to combat COVID-19. Medicines like chloroquine, ivermectin, and remdesivir are being explored as potential weapons against the new coronavirus. These drugs aren't fresh off the assembly line, but they could be mighty effective
