Tag: health safety
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TikTok Weight-Loss Trend: The Health Risks Behind Ozempic and Mounjaro
The TikTok Weight-Loss Trend Meets Real-World Health Risks In recent years, the craze for rapid weight loss has shifted from gym routines to injections. Drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy, originally developed to treat diabetes, have surged in popularity for shedding pounds. Medical experts warn that this trend, amplified by viral TikTok videos and celebrity…
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Fake Dentist Nabbed in Iloilo City Sends Strong Warning on Online Medical Scams
Police Nab Fake Dentist in Iloilo City A 20-year-old woman, alias “Gaile,” was arrested in Iloilo City on October 2 by agents from the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit (RACU-6) of the Philippine National Police. The suspect is accused of offering dental services online without the necessary professional credentials, prompting renewed concerns about the reach of online…
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Inside Our Country’s Most Dangerous Lab Preparing for the Next Pandemic
Introduction In a world increasingly fraught with health crises, understanding how our government prepares for future pandemics is crucial. One of the most pivotal elements in this defense strategy is our nation’s cutting-edge laboratories. Within these walls, scientists confront some of the most dangerous pathogens known to humanity, working tirelessly to develop strategies for prevention…
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A Rat as a Blind Passenger on a Flight
The Unusual Incident: A Rat on a Flight In the spring of 2017, passengers flying from Miami to Berlin were met with a strange and unexpected companion: a rat. The incident raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about airport and flight safety, as a blind passenger of the four-legged variety can pose unique challenges for airlines…