Getty Images The anti-obesity injection Wegovy contains the drug semaglutide Weight-loss treatment Wegovy has been approved by the UK’s medicines regulator, for reducing the risk of serious heart problems in overweight and obese people. Wegovy contains the drug semaglutide, which is already prescribed on the NHS to help some people with a body-mass index (BMI) … Read more
New Delhi: Several IT firms in Karnataka have come under fire for asking the state government to extend the daily working hours from 12 to 14. IT companies are requesting that their proposal be incorporated into the revision of the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961. This proposal aims to legally extend work hours … Read more
2 hours ago By Jim Reed, @jim_reed, Health reporter, BBC News BBC Gentle shockwaves could regenerate the heart tissue of patients after bypass surgery, research suggests. A study of 63 people in Austria found those given the new treatment could walk further – and their hearts could pump more blood. “For the first time, we are seeing the … Read more
New Delhi: What happens when two dog-loving members of a family exchange notes on how to juggle high-pressure careers with pet parenting? A startup idea is born. That’s how Vani Aiyer teamed up with co-founder Vivek Srinivas (who is married to her cousin) and decided to quit her senior management role in Nissan India for … Read more
‘Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain’ actor Feroz Khan died on May 23 in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh due to a heart attack. The actor was popularly known for impersonating Amitabh Bachchan on various shows. Feroz has been a part of various shows like ‘Jija Ji Chhat Par Hain’, ‘Saheb Bibi Aur Boss’, ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’ and … Read more
The jab could reduce heart attack and stroke risks regardless of the amount of weight people lose. Source link
The once a day pill Tafamidis is now available on the NHS in England. Source link
Faith Harrison says she was given a second chance following her heart attack after a hockey game. Source link
Rebecca and Angharad Lewis are urging greater awareness of a heart condition which can be fatal. Source link
Illness has followed Mr O’Brien-Smith his whole life, and his mother said she never felt able to let her guard down. “It feels like the odds are stacked against you,” she said. “I feel physically sick with worry. At times this literally feels like living hell. “Louis has always lived on the edge of a … Read more