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#weight-loss

The Allure of Microdosing' Ozempic

Microdosing weight loss drugs like Ozempic is gaining popularity for sidestepping side effects, despite limited evidence of its effectiveness.

The Longest Clinical Trial Yet Of Blockbuster Weight Loss Drug Wegovy Reveals Significant Side Effects

GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy show significant weight loss and may have long-lasting effects, but concerns exist regarding side effects.

'Ozempic makes me feel full for longer; weight has come off for the first time in years' - Wexford woman's weight-loss journey

Ozempic helped the woman feel full for longer and reduced cravings, leading to weight loss.
The woman experienced side effects such as constipation and nausea, but managed them with guidance from her healthcare team.

The Allure of Microdosing' Ozempic

Microdosing weight loss drugs like Ozempic is gaining popularity for sidestepping side effects, despite limited evidence of its effectiveness.

The Longest Clinical Trial Yet Of Blockbuster Weight Loss Drug Wegovy Reveals Significant Side Effects

GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy show significant weight loss and may have long-lasting effects, but concerns exist regarding side effects.

'Ozempic makes me feel full for longer; weight has come off for the first time in years' - Wexford woman's weight-loss journey

Ozempic helped the woman feel full for longer and reduced cravings, leading to weight loss.
The woman experienced side effects such as constipation and nausea, but managed them with guidance from her healthcare team.
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#functional-programming

What is referential transparency in essence?

Referential transparency enables replacing expressions with values without changing program behavior, crucial for functional programming.

Pure Functions: They Cannot Lie (Scala 3 Video)

Pure function signatures in Functional Programming are essential as they provide clarity on the function's behavior, unlike in Object-Oriented Programming.

An IO monad for cats

Haskell is purely functional with referential transparency, while Scala allows side-effects, breaking this property.

What is referential transparency in essence?

Referential transparency enables replacing expressions with values without changing program behavior, crucial for functional programming.

Pure Functions: They Cannot Lie (Scala 3 Video)

Pure function signatures in Functional Programming are essential as they provide clarity on the function's behavior, unlike in Object-Oriented Programming.

An IO monad for cats

Haskell is purely functional with referential transparency, while Scala allows side-effects, breaking this property.
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#clinical-trials

Roche stock drops 5% after report its Wegovy challenger is causing patients to vomit

Roche's obesity pill faces challenges with side effects that may impact its competitive edge in the weight-loss pharmaceutical market.

Rethinking the Burden of Cancer Treatments' Side Effects - News Center

Even mild and moderate side effects can lead to cancer patients discontinuing treatment.
Patient-reported perspectives on side effects are crucial for understanding treatment tolerability.

Roche stock drops 5% after report its Wegovy challenger is causing patients to vomit

Roche's obesity pill faces challenges with side effects that may impact its competitive edge in the weight-loss pharmaceutical market.

Rethinking the Burden of Cancer Treatments' Side Effects - News Center

Even mild and moderate side effects can lead to cancer patients discontinuing treatment.
Patient-reported perspectives on side effects are crucial for understanding treatment tolerability.
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35 Products To Help You Become The Carry-On-Only Traveler You've Always Dreamed Of Being This Fall

Independent selections by editors ensure quality recommendations.
Gliding through travel with curated choices enhances the experience.

New study provides insight to why COVID vaccines hit some harder than others

Factors such as stress, exercise, and hormonal birth control may influence perceived side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine.

CBD side effects: Is it safe and what are the risks?

CBD is a non-psychoactive compound derived from cannabis, valued for its potential health benefits.

EU regulator rejects Alzheimer's drug lecanemab

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) rejected a license for an Alzheimer's treatment due to serious side effects outweighing benefits.
#chemotherapy

How antibody-drug conjugates aim to take down cancer

Chemotherapy's side effects lead to discontinuation, pushing for palliative care.

Princess Kate revealed she is undergoing treatment for a cancer diagnosis. What is preventative chemotherapy?

Preventative chemotherapy reduces the chance of cancer returning after surgery.
Adjuvant chemotherapy aims to eliminate microscopic cancer cells to prevent growth.

How antibody-drug conjugates aim to take down cancer

Chemotherapy's side effects lead to discontinuation, pushing for palliative care.

Princess Kate revealed she is undergoing treatment for a cancer diagnosis. What is preventative chemotherapy?

Preventative chemotherapy reduces the chance of cancer returning after surgery.
Adjuvant chemotherapy aims to eliminate microscopic cancer cells to prevent growth.
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Almost 80 legal cases arise from alleged side-effects of Covid vaccines

Health Minister working on compensation scheme for Covid-19 vaccine side-effects.

10 Facts About GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications Your Doctor Might Not Mention

Needle phobia can impact GLP-1 therapy, while managing feeling of fullness is crucial for successful treatment.
#public-health

Thousands Believe Covid Vaccines Harmed Them. Is Anyone Listening?

Covid-19 vaccines, while crucial for preventing hospitalizations and deaths, can also result in rare but serious side effects, leading to significant long-term consequences for some individuals.

The Side Effects of Covid Vaccines

The benefits of Covid vaccines outweigh the downsides despite some reported serious side effects.

Thousands Believe Covid Vaccines Harmed Them. Is Anyone Listening?

Covid-19 vaccines, while crucial for preventing hospitalizations and deaths, can also result in rare but serious side effects, leading to significant long-term consequences for some individuals.

The Side Effects of Covid Vaccines

The benefits of Covid vaccines outweigh the downsides despite some reported serious side effects.
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Taking Multiple Medications? You May Need to Scale Back.

Polypharmacy is common among older adults, increasing risks of side effects, drug interactions, memory decline, falls, hospitalization, and unnecessary medications due to lack of coordination among medical providers.

Hormonal Birth Control Doesn't Deserve Its Bad Reputation

Two-thirds of U.S. women of reproductive age use hormonal contraception methods with high efficacy rates.
Concerns about side effects lead to some women quitting hormonal birth control and opting for less effective natural methods.

Safety fears over asthma drug after young children suffer severe side effects

Families report severe side effects from montelukast, including night terrors and suicidal behavior.
Campaigners demand more prominent warnings, stricter controls, and support for those affected by montelukast.

Understanding React useEffect - SitePoint

The useEffect hook in React enables side effect handling in functional components.
The dependency array in useEffect controls when the effect runs based on specified variables.

Primer on Python Decorators - Real Python

Functions in Python can have side effects and return values based on given arguments.
Functions in Python can be treated as first-class objects, meaning they can be passed as arguments and used like any other object.

As cancer treatment advances, patients and doctors push back against drugs' harsh side effects

Patients and doctors are advocating for a change in how new cancer drugs are tested to minimize harsh side effects.
Cancer drug development has traditionally focused on finding the maximum tolerated dose, but this approach may not be necessary for newer, more targeted drugs.

Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers your questions about new weight loss drugs

Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are weight loss drugs that have potential side effects.
It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting or stopping these medications.
#fda

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy Show No Link to Suicide, FDA Says

The FDA has conducted a preliminary review of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity and found no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The agency will continue to investigate reports regarding more than a dozen drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro.

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy Show No Link to Suicide, FDA Says

The FDA has conducted a preliminary review of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity and found no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The agency will continue to investigate reports regarding more than a dozen drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro.

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy Show No Link to Suicide, FDA Says

The FDA has conducted a preliminary review of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity and found no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The agency will continue to investigate reports regarding more than a dozen drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro.

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy Show No Link to Suicide, FDA Says

The FDA has conducted a preliminary review of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity and found no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The agency will continue to investigate reports regarding more than a dozen drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro.
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Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy Show No Link to Suicide, FDA Says

The FDA has conducted a preliminary review of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity and found no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The agency will continue to investigate reports regarding more than a dozen drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro.
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