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Fresh, alarming warnings about Ozempic-like drugs — beware these 'unusual changes'

Popular drugs like Zepbound and Wegovy that promise a slimmer profile can trigger much more than weight loss.

Next-level Ozempic is coming — inside the new era of weight-loss drugs about to drop

Blockbuster weight-loss shots are undergoing a major makeover.

Weight-loss drugs are crashing Thanksgiving — and taking the sugar and butter with them

Because these drugs have become particularly popular among women 50 to 64 years old, Mom and Nonna are helming the Great Thanksgiving Slim-Down — whether you like it or not.

California boy, 3, receives first-ever gene therapy for his rare disease

"Things are as good as they could be at this point in time," one researcher said.

Medical miracles: Dr. Marc Siegel finds melding science and spirituality saves lives

Having practiced medicine for four decades, Dr. Marc Siegel knows the healing power of faith. Indeed, the Fox News senior medical analyst has always had miracles on his mind. They’ve...

The surprising threat of swallowing pills — and which meds, supplements are riskiest

While oral medications are generally considered safer and more convenient than injections or inhalations, sometimes a simple swallow is easier said than done.

This new mint can treat alcoholism and fight binge drinking

Nearly 28 million Americans 12 and older struggle with alcohol use disorder.

Hair loss treatment used by millions linked to suicide risk

There may be a sweeter alternative to help you regrow your luscious locks.

Meet the Americans priced out of prescription drugs — they're hoping Trump's new plan will help

"This is what I had to do. My mother gave me my grandmother's silver, and I cashed it in to pay for my medical bills," retired critical care nurse Janet...

Painkiller taken by millions doesn't ease chronic pain — and it can trigger serious side effects: study

The findings come as the US battles the ongoing opioid crisis.

'Unusual' new side effect of drugs like Ozempic becoming 'increasingly common'

Experts warn the strange side effect could lead to delayed diagnoses and treatments, as well as unnecessary medical interventions.

What will 'TrumpRx' actually mean for patients? Who will benefit most from slashed drug costs — and what those savings will look like

Prescription drug prices in the US are roughly 2.78 times higher on average than in 33 other high-income countries, a 2024 report by the RAND Corporation found.

This medicine your mom took while pregnant in the '60s or '70s may increase your risk of colorectal cancer

As many as 25% of pregnant women were believed to take the medication through the mid-1970s.

Which painkillers are actually safe during pregnancy, according to doctors — after new Tylenol-autism report

After President Trump's Monday announcement, pregnant women were left wondering what they should take if they feel ill.

'Game changer' Ozempic-like pill causes 13% weight loss — here's when it could become available

This could really move the needle in the GLP-1 weight loss market.

Inside the drug giving new hope to autism patients

Around 1 in 36 US children is believed to have some form of autism.

Drugs like Mounjaro can help kids as young as 10 lose weight and control blood sugar: new study

The research could help pave the way for younger patients to access the shots.

What the science says about Tylenol and autism link as RFK Jr. releases bombshell report

Researchers have long been trying to pinpoint the specific factors that play a role in the development of autism spectrum disorder as diagnosis rates skyrocket.

Technology breakthroughs could extend human life — but how effective are they?

US life expectancy was 78.4 years in 2023 — a bump from 75.4 years in 1990 and a slight dip from 78.8 years in 2019.

This over-the-counter nasal spray already on shelves can reduce your risk of COVID: study

The news comes as COVID-19 cases creep upwards nationwide.