Eli Lily warns of temporary insulin shortages due to manufacturing issues 

Eli Lilly has issued a cautionary notice about the limited availability of two of its insulin brands, stating that they will be temporarily out of stock until later this month.  The affected... Read more »

The benefits of nutrition programmes in schools 

According to a recent study conducted by Yale University, nutritional programs in schools could help children to eat a balanced diet and maintain healthy body mass indices (BMIs). The researchers point out... Read more »

Ozempic to be included in Costo’s new weight loss programme 

Last year, Costo released information about a new collaboration with Sesame. The aim of the programme is, according to Costo, to provide healthcare services at reduced rates, irrespective of their insurance status. ... Read more »

Diet advert posted by Katie Price banned from Instagram 

Katie Price’s Instagram advertisement promoting a low-calorie diet for The Skinny Food Co. has been banned by the advertising watchdog.  The video, shared last August, featured the former glamour model detailing her... Read more »

How irregular sleep affects your mental and physical health 

Sleep is a necessary pause in the chaos of life, and the quality and regularity of sleep patterns can make a big difference to your physical and mental health.  Erratic sleep patterns... Read more »

FDA issues a warning over mental health risks of asthma medication 

The FDA has released a new warning after research found evidence of a link between widely used asthma medication to severe psychological episodes, including suicidal thoughts.  Concerns about the medication, Montelukast (commonly... Read more »

Top tips for managing seasonal allergies 

Seasonal allergies like hayfever or allergic rhinitis can turn the beauty of spring and summer into a miserable experience. As flowers bloom and trees blossom, so do the allergens that trigger sneezing,... Read more »

Researchers start testing a new blood test for over 50 types of cancer 

A recent report from JAMA – the Journal of the American Medical Association – has revealed that a straightforward blood test could potentially detect over 50 types of cancer before they become... Read more »

AstraZeneca announces a cap on the cost of inhaler products 

The pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has announced that it will be yielding to demands for reduced prescription drug prices. From June 1st this year, there will be a limit on the cost of... Read more »

What are the risks of ultra-processed foods? 

A recent study published in The BMJ has found evidence that a high consumption of ultra-processed foods versus a low intake could elevate the risk of anxiety by up to 53% and... Read more »