Dear Doctor: What is the difference between antibiotics and antivirals?
DEAR DR. ROACH: What is the difference between antibiotics and antivirals? — A.T.G. ANSWER: Antibiotics are an effective…
People taking ibuprofen urged to call 111 with ‘black poo’ symptom
Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly found painkillers on supermarket shelves and pharmacies across the country Kieran…
Transgender Australians turn to unsupervised DIY hormone replacement therapy due to access barriers
Some seek treatment with oestrogen or testosterone, which feminise or masculinise their appearance to line up with their…
All praise for Ayurveda, Brazilian vice-prez wishes he had time to get treated for back pain at AIIA
Brazilian Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin on Thursday appreciated the contribution of Ayurveda in preventive and sustainable healthcare, and said…
FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of ‘national priorities’
WASHINGTON – The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday announced the first round of experimental drugs that will…
Warning after ‘King Kong’ of weight-loss jabs found being sold illegally on social media
Fake versions of highly sought-after weight-loss jabs are being sold illegally on social media, an investigation has found.…
How ancient medicine that ‘cured’ blindness is India’s soft power play
Narendra Modi switched to English. He had a point to make. “Rosemary, are you here?” asked India’s prime…
‘Ozempic sober’: Study finds GLP-1 medications might change how our bodies handle alcohol, make us feel ‘less drunk’ |
Ozempic has had it quite paradoxical when it comes to having ‘press’. On one hand, it’s one of…
Doctors have warning for anyone taking paracetamol or ibuprofen for common problem
Patients and doctors have been urged to take a “cautious” approachNeil Shaw Assistant Editor (Money and Lifestyle) 14:03,…
‘I lost two years after GP prescribed oxycodone for the pain of a 70mph crash’
Louise was left with at least 15 medical conditions and serious injuries, and says the painkiller she was…
Executive raises concern over apparent smuggling of medication
Cabinet has warned that the apparent smuggling of medication into Zimbabwe will further hinder government efforts to make…
California to begin selling affordable, state-branded insulin beginning next year
LOS ANGELES — LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday that California will begin selling affordable…