Tag: medical study
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Hong Kong university debunks GLP-1 blindness link in 80,000 patients
New findings counter claims about GLP-1 and blindness A leading university in Hong Kong has published findings that challenge earlier concerns linking GLP-1 receptor agonists to blindness in a large group of patients. The study reviewed health records of approximately 80,000 individuals who were treated with GLP-1–based therapies for diabetes and obesity-related conditions. While early…
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New Study Douses Link Between Acid Reflux Drugs and Cancer
Long-Standing Concerns About Acid Reflux Meds For decades, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole and lansoprazole have been the go-to treatment for heartburn, acid reflux, and ulcers. Yet a persistent fear lingered in public discourse: could these widely prescribed drugs raise cancer risk? A new study aims to settle the debate, providing reassurance to millions…
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The Overuse of Beta-Blockers Post-Heart Attack: A Study’s Findings
A significant study published recently by the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares in Spain has brought to light a startling revelation about the post-heart attack treatment practices for millions of individuals. It found that many patients are still prescribed beta-blockers, despite limited evidence supporting their effectiveness in improving outcomes after myocardial infarction, often referred to…