February 23, 2026

FDA Approves New Option in Obesity

The Allurion Gastric Balloon System is now authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration for short-term weight loss in adults aged 22 to 65 years with obesity and a body mass index of 30 to 40 kg/m2.

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February 19, 2026

Income, BMI Linked to Colon Capsule Completion

Danish screening data identify clinical and socioeconomic factors that significantly influence whether colon capsule exams are completed.

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February 19, 2026

GLP-1 RAs Linked to Higher Hair Loss Risk

A large matched cohort study quantifies the association between glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist use and nonscarring alopecia

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February 18, 2026

Combo Therapy for Psoriasis With Obesity

A phase 3b trial tests ixekizumab plus tirzepatide in adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and obesity or overweight.

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February 18, 2026

Medical Oddities: Essential Oil, Deadly Consequences

A cabinet mix-up, a chatty heart, a violet catheter bag, stressed kids, and tea that won’t save the brain—just another week.

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February 17, 2026

Exercise Matters Following Cancer

Postdiagnosis physical activity was associated with lower cancer mortality across several cancer types.

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February 16, 2026

Intermittent Fasting Shows No Edge Over Standard Diets

Cochrane review finds the approach produces similar weight loss and quality-of-life outcomes compared with conventional calorie restriction

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February 12, 2026

Berberine Evaluated for Liver Fat

Six-month randomized trial finds no reduction in visceral or hepatic fat in patients with obesity and MASLD

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February 11, 2026

AMA Backs Structured Vaccine Review

Medical societies and public health groups will collaborate on policy questions and evidence briefs for the 2026 to 2027 respiratory virus season.

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