Month: January 2024

FDA Scrutinizes Side Effects of Diabetes, Weight-Loss Drugs

The Food and Drug Administration has identified potential safety issues regarding diabetes and weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, including hair loss, aspiration, and suicide ideation. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the […]

Published on January 4, 2024

The (wrong) reason we keep secrets

People often keep adverse information about themselves secret because they worry that others will judge them harshly. But those fears are overblown, according to new research. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge […]

Published on January 4, 2024

A blood test can identify genetic diseases in fetuses

A research team has developed an innovative screening test. With a blood sample from the expectant mother, they can scrutinize all the genes in the fetus. The findings indicate that the new test, named desNIPT, has demonstrated effectiveness in identifying alterations in fetal genes — a leading factor in severe congenital diseases. Read Full Article […]

Published on January 4, 2024