Getty Images The UK’s drug safety regulator is asking doctors to be alert for patients who may be misusing obesity injections, such as Wegovy. It follows reports of some people who are not obese becoming sick, after using the jabs for weight loss. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) stresses that the drugs […]
A McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburger is shown in this photograph, in New York’s Times Square, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. An E. coli outbreak has been traced to McDonald’s Quarter Pound hamburgers served with raw slivered onions. Richard Drew | AP The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday that it’s investigating whether Taylor Farms, a supplier […]
Cheshire Constabulary Lucy Letby is serving 15 whole life prison terms after being convicted of the murder of seven babies and the attempted murder of seven others Convicted serial killer Lucy Letby’s bid to challenge her latest conviction for the attempted murder of a baby girl has been dismissed by the Court of Appeal. Lawyers […]
Steve Christo – Corbis | Corbis News | Getty Images Novo Nordisk‘s blockbuster diabetes drug Ozempic may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting its potential to delay or prevent the memory-robbing condition, according to a study released Thursday. Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, was associated with a 40% to 70% lower risk […]
EPA proposes new rule on lead in paint in older homes and schools EPA proposes new rule on lead in paint in older homes and schools 01:57 Washington — Two weeks after setting a nationwide deadline for removal of lead pipes, the Biden administration is imposing strict new limits on dust from lead-based paint in […]
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A polio worker administers vaccine to a child. — Reuters/File Second poliovirus case reported in district Kohat. Last two cases of disease were reported from Sindh. Balochistan reports most number of cases in Pakistan. ISLAMABAD: Poliovirus continues to spread in Pakistan with the total number of cases now reaching 40 this year. The latest case […]
World Polio Day 2024 is a pivotal moment to celebrate the incredible strides made in the fight against polio, while also reinforcing the importance of continued efforts until polio is completely eradicated. The day stands as a testament to global cooperation in health and the promise of a polio-free world, ensuring a healthier future for […]
The sale of disposable vapes will be banned in England from June next year, the government has confirmed. Ministers say the move is intended to prevent environmental damage and protect children’s health. Similar bans are expected to be introduced by the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. A ban was first announced in […]