Month: June 2023

US Population Older Than Ever

Just like a fine wine, the American population is aging and reaching new heights… in age, that is! The median age in the United States hit an all-time high last year at 38.9, surpassing previous records set in 2000 and 1980. It’s as if we’re witnessing an evolution, where the population is maturing and gaining […]

Published on June 22, 2023

How Lab-Grown Chicken Tastes

Imagine biting into a juicy chicken burger, savory and succulent like the real deal. But here’s the twist – this chicken was grown in a lab! Just as you might wonder if artificially-flavored food tastes the same, scientists have now answered the burning question: how does lab-grown chicken taste? Well, it turns out that lab-grown […]

Published on June 22, 2023

EMA Flags Safety Concerns on Drugs Including Ozempic

Last month, the EU’s drugs watchdog sounded the alarm on a potential safety issue linked to several popular diabetes and obesity medications produced by Novo Nordisk. Specifically, the concern revolves around semaglutide, a key component of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has raised a thyroid cancer safety signal, prompting further […]

Published on June 22, 2023