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One of the scientists who invented the underlying mechanism of Ozempic has a pretty severe warning for those interested in taking it.

RX and Medicine

Scientist Behind Ozempic Warns That There’s a “Price”

By Noor Al-Sibai

Multiple new studies appear to confirm that steroids — bodybuilding 'roids and the prescription drugs — are absolutely terrible for brain health.

Neuroscience and Brain

Steroid Use Linked to a Bunch of Very Bad Brain Problems

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

In a viral video clip, Pope Francis said he'd prefer a shot of tequila instead of physical therapy, a cane and wheelchair to heal his knee pain.

Health & Medicine

The Pope Says His Preferred Medication for Injury Is Tequila

By Lonnie Lee Hood

A New York Times report followed a female patient who has auditory hallucinations. Normalizing neurodivergency and schizophrenia is better, she says.

Health & Medicine

People With Schizophrenia Are Skipping Meds and Making Peace With the Voices

By Lonnie Lee Hood

Pharma startup Multiply Labs wants to 3D print customized pills that combine all necessary prescriptions at exact doses.

This Startup Wants to 3D Print One Pill With All Your Prescriptions

By Victor Tangermann

The Digest: Amazon Buys Online Pharmacy, Dives Deeper Into Healthcare Industry

Health & Medicine

The Digest: Amazon Buys Online Pharmacy, Dives Deeper Into Healthcare Industry

By Kristin Houser

NYC Is Suing Pharmaceutical Companies for Igniting the Opioid Epidemic

Health & Medicine

NYC Is Suing Pharmaceutical Companies for Igniting the Opioid Epidemic

This Drug Puts A $750,000 “Price Tag On Life”

Health & Medicine

This Drug Puts A $750,000 “Price Tag On Life”

By Kaiser Health News