July 17, 2025

Once-Weekly Insulin Effective and Safe Alternative to Daily Dosing

A 78-week international trial found that a once-weekly insulin injection effectively lowered blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes, performing similarly to a once-daily insulin regimen with comparable safety.

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July 17, 2025

Vapes Outperform Nicotine Replacement Therapy in Cessation Trial

Researchers found vaporized nicotine products more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for smoking cessation among socioeconomically disadvantaged adults.

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July 17, 2025

Semaglutide, Tirzepatide Linked to Lower Dementia Risk

Researchers found that semaglutide and tirzepatide were associated with reduced risks of dementia, stroke, and all-cause mortality in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

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July 17, 2025

Hormone Therapy Type Tied to Diverging Risks of Breast Cancer Before Age 55

Researchers found that unopposed estrogen therapy was linked to reduced young-onset breast cancer risk, while estrogen plus progestin therapy increased risk in certain subgroups.

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July 17, 2025

Metformin Ineffective for COVID Recovery, Trial Finds

Researchers found metformin did not significantly shorten COVID-19 symptom duration in low-risk outpatients, though it was safe and well tolerated.

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July 16, 2025

New Guidelines Target Preventive Gaps in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

New clinical recommendations detail updated vaccination and screening protocols to reduce infection and cancer risks in adults with inflammatory bowel disease, particularly those on immune-modifying therapies.

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July 16, 2025

DIM Supplement Alters Estradiol Patch Metabolism

A retrospective study found that DIM supplements significantly changed estrogen metabolism in postmenopausal women using estradiol patches, suggesting a potential drug-supplement interaction that may affect hormone therapy outcomes.

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July 16, 2025

Pelvic Floor Training Helps Postmenopausal Urinary Health

A new review of 15 trials confirms that pelvic floor muscle training improves urinary continence and muscle strength in postmenopausal women.

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July 16, 2025

Adolescent Obesity, Infections May Weaken Hormonal Health in Adulthood

Early childhood infections and elevated adolescent BMI may be linked to reduced Leydig cell function.

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