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Article imageJoe Graedon - June 22, 2026
Article imageJoe Graedon - June 22, 2026
Article imageDennis Miller, RPh - June 24, 2026

Science, Marketing, Ideology, and Mythology in the World of Pills

Are pills the most distorted product in the history of marketing? The mythology around them obscures the social sources of illness.

Joe Graedon - June 18, 2026

Will Exercise Help Wegovy Weight Loss Last?

Joe Graedon - June 17, 2026

Can GLP-1 Agonists Fix What Ails You — and Ward Off Dementia or Cancer Too?

Joe Graedon - June 15, 2026

Hormones and Breast Cancer: Why the Confusion Won’t Go Away!

Joe Graedon - June 14, 2026

Are You Taking A Sleeping Pill That Messes with Your Brain?

Joe Graedon - June 8, 2026

How Well Does Ritalin Work for ADHD?

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Joe Graedon - June 8, 2026

The Pros and Cons of Topical NSAIDs Like Voltaren Gel

FDA's warning on doctor-prescribed topical NSAIDs like Voltaren Gel is scary. Are gels as dangerous as oral NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen?

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Joe Graedon - June 8, 2026

Dangers of Antidepressants: Life Savers or Hidden Hazards?

Benefits can be life-changing, yet the dangers of antidepressants are fueling deprescribing discussions. What are the pros and cons?