How GLP-1 Drugs May Lead to Vaginal Changes

Share on PinterestAnecdotal reports of “Ozempic vulva” include unusual vaginal changes as a possible side effect of GLP-1 drugs. Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Women are reporting what’s been coined as “Ozempic vulva,” an unexpected side effect of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs. Ozempic vulva is characterized by sagging skin, vaginal dryness, and weaker pelvic muscles. Experts... Read More

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August 23, 2025

Can turmeric supplements help with weight loss?

Share on PinterestTurmeric are supplements linked to better weight control in diabetes, evidence suggests. Image credit: Bahadur Ali/Getty Images Type 2 diabetes is a major global health concern — in 2017, around 6.28% of the world’s population lived with the condition, a proportion that is expected to rise to 7% by 2030. There are several... Read More

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August 22, 2025

COVID linked to stiffer arteries, vascular aging

Share on PinterestCOVID infection appears to age blood vessels and stiffen arteries. Image credit: cavan images/Getty Images Since the start of the COVID pandemic in January 2020, about 768 million people globally have been infected by COVID-19. While COVID affects the respiratory system, past studies show that it can also lead to issues in other... Read More

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August 22, 2025

Could boosting omega-3 intake help lower Alzheimer’s risk in women?

Share on PinterestWomen with Alzheimer’s disease have lower levels of healthy fats, study finds. Image credit: Alina Rudya/Bell Collective/Getty Images Researchers based in the United Kingdom recently published a study that analyzed lipid levels in men and women with and without Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment. Women with the disease had fewer healthy fats... Read More

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