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Ozempic and Wegovy needles require proper disposal, health officials say — here's how to throw them away

Semaglutide medications — including Ozempic and Wegovy — have spiked in popularity, with 6% of U.S. adults having tried the injectable weight-loss drugs and 3% currently using them, according to a Gallup poll. Both drugs are injected weekly using prefilled pens — and it’s important for people to know how to properly dispose of the...

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Biden's physician says neurologist visited White House as part of annual examinations

President Biden’s physician said a neurologist who specializes in Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders visited the White House as part of his annual physical examinations amid concerns over the president’s health and mental acuity. In a letter released Monday night, White House physician Kevin O’Connor said Dr. Kevin Cannard was chosen for Biden’s annual...

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Stiff person syndrome patients share what it’s like to live with the rare disease

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). A little-known neurological disorder has been thrust into the spotlight after a documentary revealed singer Celine Dion’s struggle with stiff person syndrome (SPS). The disease is rare, affecting...