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First Drug Approved for Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome

— Antisense oligonucleotide olezarsen slashes high triglycerides

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FDA APPROVED olezarsen (Tryngolza) over a computer rendering of fats in the bloodstream.

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FDA Says Compounded Tirzepatide Must Exit the Market

Compounders only have 2 to 3 months left to copy injectable

Dec 19, 2024
Controversial COVID Paper Retracted; USPSTF's Vitamin D Rec; Medical Abortion Pain

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Dec 18, 2024
FDA Adds Boxed Warning to Hot Flash Drug

The warning highlights known risk of rare but serious liver injury associated with fezolinetant

Dec 17, 2024
Endocrinologist Deserts; U.S. Obesity Declines; New Obesity Definition Coming Soon

News and commentary from the endocrinology world

Dec 17, 2024
FDA Adds Boxed Warning to Hot Flash Drug

The warning highlights known risk of rare but serious liver injury associated with fezolinetant

Endocrinologist Deserts; U.S. Obesity Declines; New Obesity Definition Coming Soon

News and commentary from the endocrinology world

Endocrinology Case Studies

Jazz Musician With Slowly Expanding Neck Mass Causing Dysphagia

Alcoholism, liver dysfunction highly linked with rare disease of unknown etiology

A rearview photo of a shirtless man with his hand on his head, his neck is highlighted in red.
There's More Than One Way to Treat Lipedema

Surgery may not always be the best option, case report finds

A woman with lipedema grasps her thigh.
What's the Cause of Neck Swelling, Fever in Young Woman?

Diagnosis of this rare disease is often a challenge

A close up of an Asian woman receiving a neck ultrasound.

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FDA Approves First Drug for Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in 70 Years

Crinecerfont reduces excessive adrenal androgen production, lowering glucocorticoid dose

Dec 16, 2024
FDA APPROVED crinecerfont (Crenessity) over a computer rendering of a transparent body with the adrenal glands highlighted.
Newer Diabetes Drugs Still Under-Prescribed in High-Risk Patients

Cost, insurance coverage likely play outsized role

Dec 16, 2024
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The FDA Hasn't Inspected This Drug Factory After 7 Recalls for the Same Flaw

With a potentially deadly recall, case highlights shortcomings in overseas drug manufacturing

Dec 15, 2024
A photo of the Glenmark logo on a facility occupied by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals in Mahwah, New Jersey.
Medical Assistance in Dying; Health Benefits of Chocolate?

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Dec 14, 2024
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Opinion
A New Fad: Microdosing Ozempic

Why it's unlikely to help most people

Dec 11, 2024
A photo of a woman self-injecting in her thigh with a semaglutide pen.
Empathetic Phone Calls Help Vulnerable Diabetes Patients Lower HbA1c

Social support may be key to improving glycemic control, experts say

Dec 10, 2024
A photo of a woman holding a smartphone which is displaying an incoming call.
RFK Jr. to Investigate Vaccines; Microdosing Semaglutide; Methadone Clinic Fraud?

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Dec 09, 2024
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
Opinion
Are GLP-1 Drug Holidays a Risk Worth Taking?

Experts weigh in on weight regain, cardiometabolic fallout, and the future of tailored care

Dec 08, 2024
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GLP-1 Drugs Tied to Reduced Risk of Dangerous Blood Clots

20% lower risk of VTE observed in large retrospective study of diabetes patients

Dec 08, 2024
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Women's CVD Risk Calculations Barely Budge When Sex-Specific Variables Are Included

Existing models improved only slightly after accounting for certain female risk factors

Dec 06, 2024
A computer rendering of atherosclerosis.
Experts Wrestle Over Uses of PFAS During Senate Hearing

Industry witness warns of unintended consequences of blanket bans

Dec 06, 2024
A screenshot of Senator Jeff Merkley speaking during this hearing.
Should Pharmaceutical Companies Sell Weight-Loss Drugs Directly to Consumers?

Physicians, policymakers raise questions about LillyDirect connecting patients with telehealth

Dec 06, 2024
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FDA Panned at Senate Hearing for Failure to Address Diabetes, Obesity Epidemics

Agency has failed to hold food manufacturers accountable, said Sen. Bernie Sanders

Dec 05, 2024
A screenshot of Bernie Sanders speaking during this hearing.
Empagliflozin Linked to Lower Risk of Diabetic Retinopathy Progression

But the drug didn't appear to lower the risk of incident nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy

Dec 05, 2024
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