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Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could also help fight dementia but raise other health risks, study says

Ozempic, a medication initially approved to treat diabetes in Canada seven years ago, has been the subject of the largest…

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Health

Ozempic ‘microdosing’ is the new weight-loss trend: Should you try it?

A new trend gaining popularity among people looking to lose weight is microdosing the diabetes medication Ozempic. With the alarming…

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Health

Watch out for fake versions of popular weight-loss drugs, WHO says

The World Health Organization and drug maker Eli Lilly and Co. are warning people to be wary of fake versions…

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Health

New study ties weight-loss drugs Wegovy, Ozempic to serious gastrointestinal conditions

Medicines in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s popular weight-loss therapy Wegovy may carry an increased risk of pancreatitis, intestinal…

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Health

Shortage of diabetes, weight-loss drug Ozempic expected in Canada, says manufacturer

A shortage of diabetes drug Ozempic that is used off-label for weight loss is expected in Canada, manufacturer Novo Nordisk…

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Lifestyle

Popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy may raise risk of complications under anesthesia

Patients who take blockbuster drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic for weight loss may face life-threatening complications if they need surgery…

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Health

Health Canada assessing popular diabetes, weight-loss drugs like Ozempic for suicide risk

Health Canada is independently reviewing a class of drugs used in diabetes and weight-loss medications following reports that they may…

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Entertainment

Lisa Marie Presley died of complications from prior weight-loss surgery, says coroner

Lisa Marie Presley died from complications from bariatric surgery she had several years ago, authorities said Thursday. The January 12…

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