Tag: Hormones

August 17, 2023

Where Ozempic, Wegovy and New Weight Loss Drugs Came From

The empty auditoriums, Gila monsters, resistant pharmaceutical executives and enigmas that led to Ozempic and other drugs that may change how society thinks about obesity.

July 10, 2023

Do Hormone Treatments for Menopause Increase Dementia Risk?

A new study suggests a link, but experts caution that there’s more to the story.

June 30, 2023

¿Por qué las mujeres batallan más para dormir que los hombres?

Las hormonas tienen una participación muy importante, pero también existen otros factores. Aquí hay algunos remedios.

June 16, 2023

Testosterone Therapy Does Not Raise Heart Risk in a Group of Men

New results from a large study are reassuring, but questions remain about long-term safety, and about use by men without medical conditions.

June 13, 2023

Why Do Women Have More Sleep Issues Than Men?

Hormones play a major role, but there are other factors too. Here’s what can help.

June 9, 2023

Britain Limits Use of Puberty-Blocking Drugs to Research Only

The change is part of a broader push in several countries to limit gender-related medical treatments for young people.

June 7, 2023

Her Symptoms Suggested Long Covid. But Was That Too Obvious?

Doctors make assumptions about a case — and those assumptions can sometimes cloud their judgment.

June 1, 2023

Can Cycle Syncing Benefit Your Workout? What Experts Say

Professional athletes and fitness influencers say that timing workouts around their menstrual cycles has big benefits. Experts are less certain.

March 22, 2023

What is Cortisol? What to Know About the Stress Hormone

Cortisol gets a bad rap, but it’s not so clear-cut.

February 15, 2023

Many Personal Care Products Contain Harmful Chemicals. Here’s What to Do About It.

Take these small steps to lower your exposure.