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• Diabetes Patients Face Worse Outcomes from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: Study

  June 7, 2023

  Stephanie Yanovich

  The findings of a new study indicate those with diabetes face a higher risk of sepsis, death and other risks from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.

• FDA Warns Against Use of Compounded Versions of Ozempic, Wegovy

  June 1, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA is warning that some compounding pharmacies are using unapproved versions of the active ingredients of Ozempic and Wegovy to create substitutes of the diabetes and weight loss drugs due to a current shortage.

• Ozempic Hair Loss Problems Linked To Misuse for Weight Loss, AHLA Warns

  May 18, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  Hair loss experts are warning consumers not to use Ozempic for weight loss due to the risk of permanent hair loss and pattern baldness.

• Concerns About Ozempic and Wegovy Hair Loss Rising Among Consumers

  April 27, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  An NBC News report warns consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about Ozempic and Wegovy hair loss as the drugs gain popularity due to their weight loss effects.

• FDA Approves New MiniMed Insulin Pump After Years of Problems, Recalls

  April 24, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  Medtronic has announced that the FDA has approved a new MiniMed 780G insulin pump with new sensor technology to better regulate users' blood sugar levels.

• Freestyle Libre Recall Issued For 4.2M Glucose Monitors After Reports of Fires, Extreme Heat

  April 7, 2023

  Russell Maas

  A Freestyle Libre glucose monitor recall was announced after the FDA received more than 200 reports of overheating, fires and at least one patient injury.

• Abbott FreeStyle Libre Glucose Monitor Warning Issued Over Battery Problems, Overheating Risks

  April 6, 2023

  Katherine McDaniel

  Abbott is warning customers that its FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring systems may be prone to their lithium ion batteries overheating, leaking and sparking fires.

• Exposure to PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Can Interfere with Child Growth and Development: Study

  March 22, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links exposure to PFAS chemicals to metabolic changes which inhibit child development and increases the risk of metabolic disorders, like diabetes.

• Roundup Exposure May Increase Children’s Risk of Liver Disease and Diabetes: Study

  March 16, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  The findings of a new study like Roundup exposure to an increased risk of diabetes, liver cancer.

• Heart Risks Increasing for Young Americans: Study

  March 7, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study warns that the risk factors for heart disease are increasing for young Americans, particularly among certain ethnic groups.