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Research links medication found in Ozempic to higher risk of chronic cough
Research links medication found in Ozempic to higher risk of chronic cough
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 06, 2025

Researchers analysing about 500,000 GLP-1 users report a 12% higher risk of chronic cough, possibly via worsened acid reflux. The findings matter as O...

Adult obesity treatment enters new era with WHO-endorsed GLP-1 drugs
Adult obesity treatment enters new era with WHO-endorsed GLP-1 drugs
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Dec 02, 2025

The WHO has issued conditional guidance supporting GLP-1 drugs for adult obesity, alongside lifestyle counselling, marking a shift in global treatment...

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