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Popular weight loss drugs linked to a surprising fingernail problem

Popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have been linked to unexpectedly high rates of nail detachment, hair loss, and scalp inflammation, with some problems occurring several times more frequently among users. Researchers found that weight loss alone could not fully explain the differences, suggesting there may be more to these overlooked symptoms.

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Scientists find hidden driver of aging and a simple amino acid that fights memory loss in mice

Scientists discovered that declining levels of a protein called Menin may help drive aging, and restoring it in older mice reversed several age-related changes in just 30 days. Even more surprisingly, supplementing with a simple amino acid called D-serine improved memory and learning, offering a potential new approach to age-related cognitive decline.

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Orangutans released back into Borneo forest after devastating fires

Rescuers moved the apes after their habitats were threatened by intense wildfires over the summer.

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Owners fear 'healthy' dog died due to orange substance exposure on contaminated land

Donna and Pete O'Brien say Misty's health declined after a walk.

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