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Does a Nonagenarian Need to Worry About Cholesterol?

A reader wonders whether it makes sense to worry about cholesterol numbers and prescribe a statin to control them for a 93-year-old person.

Joe Graedon - March 20, 2025

Will FDA Fumbles and Firings, Chaos and Cutbacks Put You at Risk?

Joe Graedon - March 13, 2025

Is Hormone Therapy Safe for Menopausal Women?

Joe Graedon - March 13, 2025

Another Study Shows Fluoride in the Water Reduces Children’s IQ

Joe Graedon - March 13, 2025

The Inside Story of Tamiflu Side Effects & Benefits

Joe Graedon - March 10, 2025

Why Don’t Doctors Promote CoQ10 for Statin Muscle Problems?

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Joe Graedon - March 10, 2025

Is the Diabetes Drug Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) Better Than Ozempic for Weight Loss?

Will Mounjaro (tirzepatide) become the next big weight loss drug? How does it compare to Ozempic? What side effects should you be aware of?

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Joe Graedon - March 3, 2025

Can Your Medicine Cause Confusion or Memory Loss?

What do you call brain fog–confusion, forgetfulness or memory loss? It can be devastating! Do some drugs increase the risk of dementia?