Many Saw ‘Meaningful’ Weight Loss from 12-Week Online Program

Many Saw ‘Meaningful’ Weight Loss from 12-Week Online Program

Aug. 2, 2022 – People lost a “clinically meaningful” percentage of body weight 12 weeks after starting a fully automated online program developed by researchers at Brown University. Primary care doctors offered the free obesity treatment program during routine care. Each week, people reported weight changes and activity and calorie consumption; attended online lessons; and … Read more

AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine study paused after one illness

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New York: Late-stage studies of AstraZeneca‘s COVID-19 vaccine candidate are on temporary hold while the company investigates whether a recipient’s “potentially unexplained” illness is a side effect of the shot. In a statement issued on Tuesday evening, the company said its “standard review process triggered a pause to vaccination to allow review of safety data”. … Read more