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A study of nearly 10,000 adults aged 65 and older found that individuals with either complete tooth loss or diabetes had accelerated cognitive decline compared to those without the diseases. And decline was fastest for individuals 65-84 who had both conditions. The authors hypothesize a combination of nutritional deficiency and inflammation as playing a role.

Whether prescribing them for diabetes or weight loss, what factors should you consider when choosing among the seven approved GLP-1 agonist formulations? This concise review highlights the variables.

Along with other physical findings, this patient shows decreased testicular volume. Review the other findings and determine your next best step for evaluating this patient.

The question of whether, when, and how children and adolescents with gender dysphoria should be treated medically or surgically is contentious. Gender dysphoria in the United States is being treated with “gender affirming care,” which may include gonadotrophin releasing hormone analogues (GnRHa) to suppress puberty, oestrogen or testosterone to promote secondary sex characteristics, and surgical removal or augmentation of breasts, genitals, or other physical features. At the same time, several European countries have issued guidelines limiting medical intervention in minors and emphasizing psychological care. There is little doubt in the medical community that children in distress require care, but there are concerns about the rapid widespread adoption of interventions and calls for rigorous scientific review from all corners.

The oral solution revealed 95% of the labeled amount of levothyroxine sodium (T4) for the affected lots. This recall does not apply to Tirosint capsules.

Sibutramine, a serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine reuptake inhibitor, can cause an increase in heart rate and blood pressure that may place individuals with cardiovascular disease at risk.