Teenager dies from rare contraceptive pill complication
Aine Rose Hurst, 19, died from a blood clot days after a night out. An inquest heard the combined pill was a contributing factor. Read the full story.
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19-Year-Old Dies from Contraceptive Pill Blood Clot
Áine Rose Hurst, 19, died from a rare blood clot caused by her contraceptive pill. An inquest heard her GP restarted the medication despite a recent high blood pressure reading. Read the full investigation.
Daily Weight Loss Pill Cheaper Than Injections
New once-daily pill orforglipron could help people lose up to 10% body weight at lower cost than current weight loss jabs used by 2.5 million Britons.
Heather Graham, 55, shows age-defying looks in sheer dress
Heather Graham displays her age-defying beauty in a sheer black lace dress for Cindy Eckert's documentary The Pink Pill event. See her stunning transformation and celebrity reactions.
New Daily Weight Loss Pill Cheaper Than Injections
A new once-a-day weight loss pill, orforglipron, could offer wider access to treatment. The study confirms it helps shed up to 9.6% of body weight and will be cheaper than jabs.
New Weight Loss Pill Shows 9.6% Reduction in Trial
A new daily pill from Lilly promises significant weight loss and blood sugar control, offering a needle-free alternative to injections. Could this revolutionise obesity treatment in the UK?
Chinese 'Zombie Cell' Pill Aims for 150-Year Lifespan
A Chinese biotech firm claims its new pill, targeting 'zombie cells', could extend human life to 150. Discover the science behind this bold longevity claim.
Common medications that could damage your throat
Discover how everyday pills can cause painful throat damage and learn simple prevention steps. Protect your oesophagus with expert advice from UK anatomy professor.
WeightWatchers to Sell Wegovy Weight-Loss Pill
WeightWatchers announces plans to sell Novo Nordisk's Wegovy in pill form, a strategic move following its bankruptcy. Discover how this impacts the competitive weight-loss drug market.
Morning After Pill May Combat Cancer Cells
Groundbreaking research reveals the morning after pill's unexpected potential in cancer prevention, with scientists discovering levonorgestrel's ability to combat deadly diseases.
Copper coil agony: Woman's contraceptive nightmare
A young woman shares her harrowing experience with a copper coil IUD that left her in excruciating pain and bleeding for weeks, raising serious concerns about contraceptive device safety and medical oversight.
Free Morning-After Pill Coming to UK Pharmacies
A landmark policy change will make emergency contraception available free from pharmacies across the UK, breaking down barriers to reproductive healthcare.
Free Morning-After Pill at UK Pharmacies
Major pharmacy chains including Boots and Superdrug are now offering free emergency contraception without prescription in groundbreaking NHS scheme.
Phone Use Causing Digital Dementia Warns Neurologist
A leading neurologist reveals how excessive phone use is creating digital dementia and silent strokes - discover the shocking symptoms and how to protect your brain health.
FDA approves generic abortion pill mifepristone
In a landmark decision, US regulators have approved the first generic version of mifepristone, potentially transforming reproductive healthcare access and reducing costs across America.
FDA approves first generic abortion pill
US regulators approve first generic version of medication abortion drug mifepristone, sparking renewed debate as presidential candidate RFK Jr voices opposition
Doctors Demand Permanent Home Abortion Access in UK
Leading medical bodies call for permanent safe home abortion services in Britain, citing overwhelming evidence of effectiveness and patient preference.
Contraceptive Pill Weight Gain Myth Debunked
New research debunks the long-standing myth that contraceptive pills cause significant weight gain. Experts explain the science behind hormonal contraception and its actual effects on your body.
FDA warns against unapproved 'autism pill' treatment
Medical authorities sound alarm about unapproved use of leucovorin for autism treatment after prominent doctor's claims about 'miracle pill' results. Exclusive investigation reveals growing concerns among healthcare professionals.
Miracle baby born holding mother's contraceptive coil
In an extraordinary medical case, a newborn baby was delivered holding the contraceptive coil that was meant to prevent pregnancy, astonishing doctors and parents alike.
GP blamed headaches on pill - it was a brain tumour
Exclusive: A UK woman's persistent headaches and fatigue were repeatedly attributed to her contraceptive pill by her GP. After demanding a scan, she was diagnosed with a life-threatening brain tumour, sparking calls for improved medical vigilance.
Pfizer Revives Weight-Loss Pill to Challenge Obesity Drug Leaders
Pfizer announces a surprising turnaround in its weight-loss strategy, advancing two new daily pills in a heated battle for the lucrative obesity drug market dominated by injectables.
Wegovy Weight Loss Pill Shows 'Substantial' Results in UK
A major UK trial reveals the new semaglutide pill, a potential game-changer in obesity treatment, leads to significant weight loss, offering a powerful alternative to injections.
'Youth Pill' Targets Brain Aging in Dementia Breakthrough
A groundbreaking pill from Retro Biosciences promises to reverse brain aging and combat dementia. Early human trials show potential to revolutionise Alzheimer's treatment. Discover the science behind this medical marvel.
New Weight Loss Pill Rivals Wegovy in Groundbreaking Trial
A new oral weight loss drug, Orforglipron, shows staggering results in a major clinical trial, offering a powerful and convenient alternative to injectable treatments for obesity.
New Weight Loss Pill 'More Powerful Than Ozempic'
A revolutionary new weight loss pill, Survodutide, is making waves in medical trials, with manufacturers boasting it could be twice as effective as blockbuster drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
New Weight Loss Pill Cuts Body Weight By 20%
Breakthrough obesity drug Orforglipron shows unprecedented results in clinical trials, reducing body weight by a fifth and offering new hope for millions struggling with weight management in the UK.
QLD Gov to Ban Pill Testing, Defying Health Experts
The Queensland government has announced a controversial ban on pill testing services, drawing fierce criticism from health experts who warn it will put young lives at risk at music festivals and events.
Online Misinformation Deterring Women From Contraceptive Pill
Groundbreaking UK research exposes how rampant digital misinformation is fuelling a public health crisis, deterring women from safe contraceptive use based on fabricated side effects and scaremongering.
UK signs deal for Merck's groundbreaking Covid-19 pill
The UK government has secured 250,000 courses of Merck's molnupiravir, an innovative antiviral pill shown to halve hospitalisations in a major scientific breakthrough.
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