Apr 14, 2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) on March 26, 2024.The announcement was great news, as I have managed many PAH patients over the years. The only treatments I could offer them were supplementary oxygen and other comfort measures. When I was a graduate student over thirty years...
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Apr 12, 2024
The popularity of prescription GLP-1 medications has grown tremendously, largely because these medications have been associated with substantial weight loss. Ozempic has become one of the more recognizable medications within this class of drugs originally formulated for blood sugar management in type 2 diabetes. As more people seek to...
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Apr 10, 2024
Author’s Note: “Sarah” is an actual patient; however, the details of her story have been altered sufficiently to protect her privacy. I can assure you that her victory over psoriasis is quite natural. If you or someone you know is struggling with psoriasis, please get in touch with a licensed medical professional.Psoriasis can...
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Apr 8, 2024
With the rise in prominence of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic for weight loss in addition to their traditional use for diabetes, questions are also raised about their safety. As intriguing as its weight loss potential can be, people are also concerned about potential side effects. For instance, the potential for developing an “Ozempic...
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Apr 5, 2024
In December 2023, Google launched MedLM, a division focused on generating artificial intelligence (AI)-based solutions for the healthcare industry. The goal was to leverage Google’s substantial success in curating large datasets to provide tailored answers to user-generated questions.MedLM was not Google’s first foray into AI...
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Apr 2, 2024
Whether your primary focus is weight loss or looking to improve your blood sugar control, you’ve likely heard Ozempic mentioned frequently. Headlines, social media, family, and friends have all been more likely to mention the medication in recent years, along with similar medications in the GLP-1 class. As interest in Ozempic and its...
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Mar 31, 2024
In early 2024, the mainstream media was flooded with articles about shortages of the diabetes drug, Ozempic. Elon Musk began tweeting about his weight loss on Ozempic in 2022, and the floodgates opened. Shortly after, diabetes patients and their healthcare providers began noticing pharmacies running out of Ozempic.Tracking drug shortages is one of...
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Mar 20, 2024
When I discuss acne treatments with patients, many of them ask me about vitamin A-based medications like tretinoin and retinol. I enjoy these discussions because it indicates that patients have taken the time to research their options and have a baseline understanding. An educated patient is the best patient! Remember to consult your healthcare...
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Mar 17, 2024
Author’s Note: The details about “Jamie’s” case are fictionalized to protect his privacy. However, the story of Jamie’s victory over acne is entirely accurate. A licensed healthcare professional should direct any course of treatment with a prescription medicine.Acne vulgaris, commonly referred to as “acne”...
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