Wegovy Reduces Knee Pain in Obese Osteoarthritis Patients: Study Results
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has found that Semaglutide, also known as Ozempic and Wegovy, can help reduce knee pain and improve function in patients with severe obesity...
Mass General Brigham Highlights Cancer Institute Amid Dana-Farber Divorce
It has been over a year since Dana-Farber Cancer Institute ended its partnership with Mass General Brigham and decided to team up with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center instead. This move came as a...
RFK Jr.’s Potential Impact on Health and Medicine in D.C.
Happy Tuesday, D.C. Diagnosis readers! We are just a week away from Election Day, and I'm sure you're all feeling the anticipation building. If you have any news, tips, or feedback on the election...
Pharmalittle: Updates on Charles River Monkey Shipments and VC Partners in China
Good day to you! The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the Pharmalot campus is buzzing with activity. We're starting our day with a delicious cup of hot buttery rum coffee, sweetened...
Investigation Launched into Charles River’s Research Monkey Shipments to Canada
An investigation has been launched into the shipment of research monkeys by Charles River Laboratories to Canada. A charter company working for Charles River Laboratories was fined by Canadian authorities for improperly shipping long-tailed...
Using Digital Avatars for Psychosis Treatment: A Comprehensive Guide
A new digital therapy has shown promising results in treating auditory verbal hallucinations, a common symptom in people with psychosis, particularly schizophrenia. The therapy involves using digital avatars that resemble the voices in the...
Centene’s Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Affected by Dropped Call
Last week was a rollercoaster for the country's top health insurers. Initially, things were looking grim due to the news that Elevance was spending more than anticipated on care for its Medicaid members. This...
David Epstein launches new cancer startup after Novartis and Seagen career
David Epstein, who previously served as the CEO of Seagen, has launched a new cancer startup called Ottimo Pharma. The company aims to develop a drug that targets two proteins, PD-1 and VEGF, in...
Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Expert Op-Eds: A Critical Analysis
Every day, my email inbox is filled with opinions on a variety of topics, but there is one issue that seems to be off-limits for many experts: the health of the major presidential candidates....
Challenges of Blood-Based Alzheimer’s Biomarkers in Healthcare System
A patient goes to the doctor after seeing a commercial about a blood test that can predict Alzheimer's. The doctor explains that while the test can be ordered, the medical community is still unsure...
Next U.S. Dietary Guidelines: 5 Questions and Impossible Restrictions
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which are updated every five years, play a significant role in shaping federal nutritional programs like WIC, school lunches, and meals for veterans and seniors. Despite this, a large...
FDA Oversight Issues Highlighted by Eli Lilly Weight Loss Drug Shortage
The recent shortage of Eli Lilly's popular weight loss drug has brought to light some concerns about how the Food and Drug Administration manages drug shortages and where it gets its information. This issue...