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A Strange New Side Effect of Taking Ozempic

Move over ‘Ozempic face,’ eagle-eyed observers are now noticing a new side effect of the popular weight loss drugs ─ ‘Ozempic feet.’ Coined to describe a peculiar side effect of taking Ozempic, the phenomenon includes sagging or aging skin of the feet due to rapid weight… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on April 17, 2025

Hip Replacement Alternative Keeps Patients Active

Jason Cutter had been feeling pain in his hips for years, and it had started to put a dent in his activities as an amateur hockey player and outdoorsman. Cutter, 50, chalked up his hip problems to aging, insufficient stretching and strain from the heavy tool belts he wore… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on April 17, 2025

Lilly Pill Leads to 8 Percent Weight Loss in Trial

Eli Lilly said on Thursday its experimental pill, orforglipron, led to a weight loss of nearly 8% at the highest dose and lowered blood sugar for overweight patients with Type 2 diabetes in a late-stage trial. Shares of the company jumped nearly 13% in premarket… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on April 17, 2025