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What to Know About Pope Francis’ Health Conditions

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The eyes of the Catholic world are focused on Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome, where Pope Francis remains hospitalized for a number of health issues. Here’s what to know about the Pope’s health situation—and what experts think it says about the risks of respiratory infections in older people. A slew of health developments The Pope … Read more

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy lower the risk of 42 conditions

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Semaglutide and other GLP-1 agonists are injected Iulia Burmistrova/Getty Images Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, called GLP-1 agonists, carry more benefits than risks when taken for their approved uses, according to a comprehensive analysis of their effects on 175 conditions. The same may not be true for people taking the drugs for other uses, however. … Read more