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Only 1 in 5 Large Companies' Health Plans Cover New Weight-Loss Meds, Wegovy, Zepbound, for Employees

When it comes to coverage for the pricey GLP-1 weight-loss drugs Wegovy and Zepbound, only a fifth of large U.S. companies cover the medications in their health

Online Tool Enhances Decision-Making for Timing of Breast Reconstruction

An online decision aid is helpful for breast cancer patients deciding about immediate breast reconstruction (BR) after mastectomy, according to a study publishe

Dronabinol Safe, Effective for Alzheimer Disease With Agitation

Dronabinol is safe and effective for the treatment of Alzheimer disease with agitation (Agit-AD), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the In

COVID-19 Hospitalization Equivalent to Coronary Artery Disease for MACE Risk

Hospitalization for COVID-19 represents a coronary artery disease risk equivalent, contributing to an increased risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MA

Lamotrigine, Mexiletine Show Similar Benefits for Nondystrophic Myotonias

Improvements in nondystrophic myotonias symptoms are similar for lamotrigine and mexiletine, according to a study published in the October issue of The Lancet N

Metabolic-Bariatric Surgery Tied to Reduced Risk for Pancreatic Cancer in Those With Obesity

For individuals with obesity, metabolic-bariatric surgery (MBS) is associated with a reduced risk for pancreatic cancer, especially among those with type 2 diab

Severe COVID Case Ups Heart Risks As Much as History of Heart Disease

doubles the risk of a major cardiac event for up to three years following illness. These findings reveal while it s an upper respiratory tract infection, COVID-

More Screen Time Tied to Mental Health Risks for Tweens

A study tracking almost 10,000 9- and 10-year olds for two years finds a link between time spent watching TV and other screens with a higher odds for ADHD and d

Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Dangers During, After Hurricane Milton

is a potentially lethal idea, the agency warned. And every year Americans die from fires started with candles. Use battery-operated lights instead. If you must

Only 1 in 5 Large Companies' Health Plans Cover New Weight-Loss Meds for Employees