You’ve heard of pseudoscience — but what about celebrity science? New research suggests a bombshell claim from Mel Gibson on influencer Joe Rogan’s popular podcast may have helped fuel a dramatic surge in prescriptions for an unproven cancer treatment. During the January 2025 episode, which racked up more than 60 million views in its first … Read more
Just weeks prior to his death, Brandon Clarke was arrested for possession of kratom. The NBA player allegedly had nearly half a pound of it. But what exactly is it? According to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who’s launching a federal crackdown on 7-OH — the synthetic byproduct of the kratom … Read more
Willy Wonka’s Violet Beauregarde could start a support group. According to a case report in the New England Journal of Medicine, a 68-year-old woman developed “blue-gray hyperpigmentation” on her limbs just a couple of weeks after she started taking a common medication. The woman sought treatment after dark patches on her arms and legs persisted for … Read more
Medical innovation has really give people a shot at better heart health. About 805,000 people in the US have heart attacks every year, with one occurring every 40 seconds — and an alarming increase in those under 45. But new blockbuster medications that have taken the health world by storm could offer protection from adverse … Read more
This surprising discovery may hold the key to calmer nerves. A new study out of Brazil found that a low dose of a common antibiotic, typically used to treat acne, rosacea and a range of bacterial infections, could also help people living with panic disorder. The findings suggest the drug might one day offer an … Read more
A common acne medication may do more than clear skin. In a late-stage clinical trial, a higher concentration of it helped men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) regrow and retain hair, with effects lasting over a year. “This is highly encouraging news for the millions of men affected by pattern hair loss, a chronic condition that … Read more
A glimmer of hope may be on the horizon for a ruthless cancer that former Sen. Ben Sasse (R-Neb.) once called a “definite death sentence.” An experimental treatment from Revolution Medicines helped patients with an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer live twice as long as those on chemotherapy alone in a late-stage trial. But for … Read more
Here’s some egg-cellent news for hopeful parents-to-be. A widely used breast cancer drug could give IVF a boost, with new research showing that adding it to the standard hormone protocol may increase success rates in some difficult-to-treat patients. The findings come as more Americans than ever are turning to the treatment, in which eggs are … Read more
This news isn’t hard to swallow. Researchers at Yale University have identified a low-cost prescription drug already on the market that could help ease symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in some people. And if you’re thinking it’s leucovorin — a vitamin B–derived drug hyped as a possible remedy — you’d be wrong. Approximately 1 … Read more
Former GOP Sen. Ben Sasse is opening up about living with what he describes as a “definite death sentence.” The 54-year-old father of three was diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer last year, an aggressive disease he’s fighting with an experimental drug that has left his skin bloody and “bubbling.” “Here’s a hard fact: Ben … Read more
Dubbed the “Ketamine Queen,” Jasveen Sangha lived fast — and spent even faster. The 42-year-old dual British-American citizen was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison for her role in the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry — but long before her arrest, Sangha was funding a globe-trotting, high-end lifestyle prosecutors say was bankrolled by … Read more
G whiz! The latest experimental GLP-1 from Eli Lilly isn’t just a diabetes drug — it also facilitates weight loss. Known as “triple-G,” injectable retatrutide levies a triple whammy on the GLP-1, GIP and glucagon hormones, whereas most other drugs on the market only mimic one or two of those hormones. Eli Lilly’s new retatrutide drug … Read more
Indiana Jones’ greatest fear may be obesity’s biggest enemy. Scientists at three universities have turned to nature to find a property that rivals the benefits of GLP-1 drugs without the laundry list of side effects. What they’ve discovered, in the cold blood of a creature that grows up to 33 feet long, is poised to … Read more
The GLP-1 PR has been a little too good. Everyone knows the drugs lead to rapid weight loss — including participants in supposedly “blind” drug trials. So now, when those participants don’t drop pounds, they drop out. Pharmaceutical manufacturers are reporting widespread instances of patients quitting their clinical trials prematurely once they realize they’ve been … Read more
Too much of a good thing? Participants taking the highest dose of Eli Lilly’s new GLP-1 drug lost an average of 28.7% of their body weight in a late-stage trial, putting it on track to be a heavyweight in the crowded world of weight-loss and diabetes treatments. But in a surprising twist, top-line results show … Read more
Jets offensive lineman Brian Winters’ wife, Jenny, didn’t hold back while answering “rapid fire NFL questions” in a new tell-all series on TikTok. In a video posted Tuesday, Jenny claimed Brian was randomly drug tested on their wedding day in August 2017, while he was playing for the Jets. “They have people all over the … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. With weight loss drugs taking the world by storm, more people are exploring adding these medical marvels to their toolkits. Aside from the impressive results, GLP-1s seem to be increasingly … Read more
Fetty Wap has been freed from prison earlier than expected. The “Trap Queen” rapper was released from prison on Thursday, Jan. 8, after serving more than three years behind bars on federal drug charges. “I want to thank my family, friends, and fans for the love, prayers, and continued support — it truly means everything … Read more
A deadly, drug-resistant fungus already spreading rapidly through U.S. hospitals is becoming even more threatening worldwide, though there may be hope for new treatments, according to a new scientific review. Candida auris (C. auris), often described as a “superbug fungus,” is spreading globally and increasingly resisting human immune systems, Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) … Read more
Scientists in Sweden have created a new pill designed to help the body burn fat and control blood sugar in a different way than popular GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic. While injectable GLP-1s work by suppressing appetite, this new treatment boosts metabolism in the muscles. A study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University included both … Read more