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Experimental Weight Loss Drugs Aim to Save Muscle

About a dozen drugmakers are developing new weight-loss treatments aimed at preserving muscle, and industry analysts, clinical trial experts and doctors say they may also need to demonstrate additional health benefits beyond the numbers on a scale to get approved. The drugs… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on February 19, 2025

Kennedy Says Panel Will Examine Childhood Vaccine Schedule

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., newly confirmed as the nation’s top health official, vowed Tuesday to investigate the childhood vaccine schedule that prevents measles, polio and other dangerous diseases. Kennedy made the comments speaking for the first time to thousands of U.S. … Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on February 18, 2025

Study: Depression Can Speed Onset of Chronic Illnesses

Depression hits the whole body, speeding the onset of long-term physical ills as people age, new research contends. “People who’ve experienced depression are more likely to develop long-term physical health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes,” noted a team led by… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on February 17, 2025