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Drug may counteract muscle loss and osteoporosis after rapid weight loss

Rapid weight loss affects muscle mass and can increase the risk of osteoporosis. But now there is good news for people taking weight loss medication who may be at risk. A new study indicates that the drug bimagrumab can counteract the side effects. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on February 10, 2025

States Sue Trump Admin to Halt Med Research Cuts

Attorneys general from 22 states filed a lawsuit Monday against the Trump administration for slashing funding for medical and public health research at universities nationwide. The lawsuit filed in federal court in Boston challenges the Trump administration, the Department… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on February 10, 2025

Sister Study Links Pregnancy, Heart Complications

It’s long been known that certain complications of pregnancy can raise a woman’s risk for heart trouble years later. But new research shows that even the sisters of these women can be at higher heart risk – suggesting risks may be genetically shared within families. “It may… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on February 10, 2025