Why Experts Want Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic to Be Available for Everyone
"There are two main barriers to these weight loss medications — the supply chain and cost. The demand for Wegovy, and later on Ozempic, was not really anticipated by the manufacturer, which led to some of the shortages we heard about in early 2023. This seems to be resolving [however] the cost of these medications remains a substantial barrier for many people, and insurance coverage of these medications may vary." (Sarah McBane)
Antidepressants for Migraine: Do They Work?
"All of the medications are thought to decrease migraine pain by altering concentrations of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine." (Farah Khorassani)
Vaping linked to cancer-related cognitive impairment among young adult cancer survivors
"Care plan management of long-term young adult survivors of childhood cancer can be more complex as they navigate adulthood and risks for developing other health issues throughout their lifespan." (Alexandre Chan)
Study shows importance of patient-reported outcomes in diabetes management care model
"There have been many studies that show the pharmacist-involved collaborative care model is effective, but we wanted to understand why the level of care impact varies among studies to gain further insights into how different clinical activities contribute to the effectiveness of the care model." (Joyce Lee)
Can Drugs Like Ozempic and Mounjaro Interfere With Birth Control?
"There seems to be something about this combined activity that can have a more dramatic effect on the absorption of medications." (Sarah McBane)
Blood Pressure Medication: 14 Types, Uses And How To Choose
"Medications [for high blood pressure] are generally started when the blood pressure is above 140/90 mm/Hg, although they may be started at a lower blood pressure of 130/80 mm/Hg in people with [certain risk factors]." (Sarah McBane)
A symbol of shared success
"Getting my white coat is something I have looked forward to for a very long time. It signifies how the struggles of my family have come to fruition. They came to the United States from India in the ’90s with hopes that the children would be able to pursue higher education here. The white coat shows that I am on my way to being able to serve my community in ways that I have been preparing for throughout my educational career." (Sakhi Patel)
