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Taking a drug like Ozempic? What you need to know about risks of suicidal thoughts and contraception failure

The rise of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro has been nothing short of meteoric. Originally developed to treat diabetes, these drugs are now widely used for weight loss and have become household names.

The Conversation

Giving your kid a smartphone before the age of 12 can lead to massive health problems, study finds

Smartphone ownership in early adolescent years is tied to risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and cancer

The Independent UK

Weight-loss drug doesn’t reduce risk of Alzheimer’s – new studies

Semaglutide, the drug behind the blockbuster weight-loss jabs Ozempic and Wegovy, does not slow cognitive decline in people with early-stage Alzheimer’s, according to two large new studies. The results close the door, for now, on hopes that a treatment for diabetes and obesity might also help protect the brain.

The Conversation

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What the shape of your buttocks reveals about your chances of getting diabetes

People with higher fitness had greater gluteus maximus shape when compared to those with a sedentary lifestyle

The Independent UK

Not swimming or Pilates! Study finds these two exercises are best when it comes to lowering blood sugar

Here's what this new study means for those with type 2 diabetes.

Tom’s Guide

Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: 4 Dietary Changes That Work Without Pills

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions among seniors, and it often leads to hospitalizations, complications, and reduced quality of life....

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Root canals and blood sugar: the connection you probably haven’t heard of

As a public health dentist and researcher, for years I saw the same pattern. Patients with deep root infections often had wider health problems, particularly those with diabetes. I did not yet understand why. Now, scientific studies are beginning to explain the link: treating a deep tooth infection may also…

The Conversation

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From blood sugar to gut bacteria, how beans can improve your health

Celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver, Hugh Fearnley‑Whittingstall and Tom Kerridge have backed a new campaign that is putting the spotlight on beans. The Bang In Some Beans campaign is a bid to double the UK’s intake of beans, legumes and pulses by 2028.

The Conversation

“I Can’t Help It”: Woman Eats What She Shouldn’t, Coworker Pays The Price

Mcdonald’s, Wendy’s, Donuts, Starbucks Frappuccinos... Not exactly the healthiest diet for someone with diabetes. Yet, one diabetic woman insists on indulging in such food while at work. Needless to say, she ends up getting ill and as a result, is always behind schedule with her tasks. One of her colleagues…

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Novo Nordisk Signals 2026 Push After Amycretin Posts Major Phase 2 Gains In Type 2 Diabetes Patients

Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:NVO) on Tuesday released headline results from a phase 2 trial with amycretin for type 2 diabetes.

Benzinga

Meghan Trainor Reveals Weight-Loss Struggle That Began With a Scary Diagnosis

Meghan Trainor opens up about the health scare that triggered her weight-loss journey, discussing gestational diabetes, lifestyle changes and public scrutiny.

International Business Times UK

Pharma market shake-up: Bayer jumps, Novo Nordisk sinks 10%

Shares of Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk fell sharply after its Alzheimer's drug failed to slow progression of the disease in a trial. Meanwhile, Germany's Bayer said their stroke-prevention drug showed positive results, pushing the share price through the roof.

Euronews

Has America's obesity rate plateaued?

Some recent national numbers suggest the obesity rate has plateaued or even declined. Experts are skeptical.

LiveScience

'La Bilirrubina' gets a new version for health: Bomba Estéreo, avocados and diabetes prevention

There are few voices in Latin alternative music as unmistakable as Li Saumet, the lead singer and face of Bomba Estéreo. Her coastal Caribbean energy, her spiritual aesthetic and her unmistakable vocals have made her a global figure. Now she is using that voice for something deeply personal: a new…

Latin Times

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GLP-1s could end up being ‘the first true longevity drug’ as the world battles a rising obesity crisis

Top scientists from have suggested that GLP-1s could have broader effects than just tackling obesity and diabetes.

The Independent UK

Support pours in online for overwhelmed mom who called cops on herself for a break from four kids: ‘I needed to just have a minute’

Kylie Grimes was caring for four children under the age of 12 — two with diabetes — and broke down after her youngest began choking on soil from house plant

The Independent UK

How Strictly star used devastating health diagnosis as a ‘superpower’ to help others

BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has issued a heartfelt message to those diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

The Conversation

Five everyday habits that could be harming your pancreas

The pancreas is essential for staying alive and healthy. This small organ sits behind the stomach and has two main jobs. It produces digestive enzymes that break down food and hormones such as insulin and glucagon that control blood sugar.

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Medical Daily

What Causes Fatty Liver Disease? Recognize NAFLD Symptoms and Liver Disease Signs Early

Early fatty liver symptoms are easy to miss. Learn the causes, NAFLD risk factors, and liver disease signs doctors warn about, plus prevention tips to protect your liver.

The Guardian - UK

Pinprick blood test could detect disease 10 years before symptoms appear, study finds

Molecular profiles will give detailed snapshot of person’s physiology and predict diseases from diabetes to cancer and dementia

Medical Daily

Diabetes Symptoms and Prediabetes Signs Most People Overlook — Early Warnings for Type 2 Diabetes

Discover hidden diabetes symptoms, prediabetes signs, and type 2 diabetes early symptoms that many overlook to catch warning signs and protect your health early.

Benzinga

This Medical Device Maker Is Seeing High Demand In Cardiovascular, Diabetes Business

Medtronic Plc (NYSE:MDT) on Tuesday reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with sales hitting $8.96 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $8.87 billion. This marks a 6.6% increase year-over-year, with organic growth of 5.5%.

International Business Times UK

With $199 Price, Ozempic Prescriptions Expected to Soar — Experts Warn of Risks

Novo Nordisk's new $199 offer for Ozempic and Wegovy aims to improve access for obesity and diabetes treatments, but experts warn of potential serious side effects.

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5 Medication Interactions Pharmacists Are Told Not To Discuss

Seniors often juggle multiple prescriptions, making drug interactions a serious concern. While pharmacists are trained to catch dangerous combinations, not all interactions are openly discussed....

LiveScience

New drug could prevent diabetes complications not fixed with blood sugar control, study hints

An experimental drug compound could be a promising treatment for harmful diabetes complications, per a new study in lab mice and human cells.

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