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Monthly hepatic monitoring becomes mandatory for the first three months of Veozah therapy, marking a significant shift in safety protocols for menopausal vasomotor symptom management.

Analysis of 285,680 patients shows a 1.03-1.38% reduction in cumulative mortality with rosuvastatin compared to atorvastatin, alongside varying risks for cardiovascular events, liver outcomes, and diabetes.

A 2023 study found that participants who consumed fast food for 20% or more of their meals accumulated excessive fat in their livers, highlighting the potential impact of dietary choices on liver health.

An estimated 5% of U.S. adults have consumed at least one potentially hepatotoxic herbal supplement in the past month, raising concerns about liver health risks associated with unregulated botanical products.