Popular Weight-Loss Drugs About To Get Much Cheaper, Thanks To Trump's New Deal
GLP-1s are about to get more affordable in the United States, thanks to a new deal announced Thursday, Nov. 6 by the Trump Administration.
The deal with pharmaceutical companies Eli Lilly and Company and Novo Nordisk is expected to dramatically reduce costs of Ozempic and Wegovy — which the president has affectionately dubbed "The Fat Drug," the White House said.
Prices will dip from $1,000 and $1,350 per month to $350 per month when purchased through the president's TrumpRx program, according to the White House.
The price of Zepbound and Orforglipron, if approved, will drop from $1,0…
Chest Pain: What You Need To Know, According To Sun River Health
Chest pain can be scary. While the pain may be caused by heart problems – and if so, you should immediately go to the emergency room – there are also many other potential causes, including problems stemming from muscles, nerves, the esophagus, lungs, or ribs.
Asma Khan, MD, Sun River Health Sun River Health
Potential Causes
Most often, chest pain manifests as either a sharp, stabbing or dull, aching sensation. If you feel a squeezing or tightening in your chest, the symptoms may be the result of a heart problem, so call 911 immediately.
The most common potential causes of chest pain …
European Union Bans Gel Nail Polish Ingredient Linked To Cancer, Fertility Fears: Is US Next?
A chemical used in many gel nail polishes is now banned in all 27 European Union countries.
According to Newsweek, EU regulators classify trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide (TPO) as a substance suspected of causing cancer, genetic mutations, or harming fertility. Under EU cosmetics law, chemicals in that category are prohibited in beauty products.
The ban applies to all cosmetics containing TPO, even those purchased before the Sept. 1 deadline. Nail salons and technicians cannot use up old stock, sell it, or give it away. Instead, they must switch to compliant formulas, Newsweek repor…
