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"GLP-1 receptor agonists, GLP-1s for short, have taken the world of weight loss by storm, with about 12% of U.S. adults reporting they’ve used the medication to help shed pounds. And yet, they are so effective and so popular that it’s easy to forget that we have only been using these drugs for weight loss for a few short years—meaning research on the safety, efficacy, and necessity of long-term use is scant."

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Long-Term GLP-1 Use: Should You Stay on It for Life? Discover if long-term GLP-1 use is safe and necessary for weight loss. Learn about benefits, risks, and expert insights on lifelong treatment.

"June 22, 2026 – More than any other age group, young adults are struggling to afford their prescription drugs, with 33 percent of adults between 18 and 29 reporting they can’t afford to pay for their medications, according to a recent Kaiser Family Foundation survey."

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A growing concern: young adults skip antidepressants due to affordability - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report June 22, 2026 – More than any other age group, young adults are struggling to afford their prescription drugs, with 33 percent of adults between 18 and 29 reporting they […]

"EVANSTON, IL — Evanston will host its annual “Evanston Recycles” event next week at Evanston Township High School.

Evanston Recycles will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. The free “drive-up, drop-off” event gives residents a place to recycle and donate a range of items and securely shred documents."

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Evanston To Host Annual Recycles Event At ETHS Residents can drop off electronics, shred documents and dispose of medications during Evanston's June 27 event.

"President Donald Trump has touted more than $500 billion in prescription drug savings over 10 years from his policies. But the savings are largely aspirational, and not based on the more limited actions the administration has taken so far."

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The Shaky Assumptions Behind Trump’s Over $500 Billion in Projected Drug Savings - FactCheck.org President Donald Trump has touted more than $500 billion in prescription drug savings over 10 years from his policies. But the savings are largely aspirational, and not based on the more limited actions the administration has taken so far.

"Prescription-only medicines are designed to treat specific health conditions under the guidance of a qualified health professional, yet their misuse continues to raise concern among health experts globally.

These medicines, which include antibiotics, pain relievers, and chronic disease treatments, are not meant for self-prescription or casual sharing, but many people still use them outside medical advice, sometimes with serious consequences."

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Why responsible use of prescription medicines matters more for health Prescription-only medicines are designed to treat specific health conditions under the guidance of a qualified health professional, yet

"Recently, Quincy Harberger, MD, found himself discussing cardiovascular disease with his uncle. His relative, in his seventies, had been hospitalized for a stroke and received a stent. Several days after his release, his uncle felt better and began questioning his treatment plan. He asked Harberger whether he really needed the stent and the four new medications he’d been prescribed. "

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When Your Loved Ones Trust TikTok Over Their Doctor — & You Physicians recount how health disinformation damaged close relationships and forced them to rethink how to advise loved ones.

"You’re dealing with a headache, reach into the cabinet for a Tylenol — and instead find a heap of half-used prescriptions, sticky cough syrups, and expired allergy medication.

An overstuffed, disorganized medicine cabinet is more than just clutter; it can pose real safety risks. Add in improper storage — like heat and humidity from the bathroom — and products may not work as intended. This is where your annual cleanup comes in.[1]

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When’s the Last Time You Cleaned Your Medicine Cabinet? 7 Things Doctors Want You to Know Learn how to safely clean out and organize your medicine cabinet with expert-backed tips on expiration dates, proper storage, and disposing of unwanted medications.

"The global pharmaceutical industry has found itself at the heart of geopolitical and trade tensions. The Trump administration has pushed policies to promote the sovereignty of US drugmakers, threatening tariffs on manufacturers or countries, and vowing to reduce prescription drug prices for Americans. "

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People & Profit - Pharmaceutical industry becomes geopolitical battleground as US threatens tariffs The global pharmaceutical industry has found itself at the heart of geopolitical and trade tensions. The Trump administration has pushed policies to promote the sovereignty of US drugmakers, threatening…

"Certain medications, while essential for treating various conditions, can impact your mood. Some drugs might make you feel sad or overly excited. Being aware of these potential side effects can help you manage them better."

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Understanding Medication Side Effects Learn which medications can cause depression or mania. Stay informed and discuss mood changes with your doctor to manage your health effectively.

"If you've spent any time on health-focused social media in the past few months, you've seen the headlines: "Peptides are legal again," "RFK Jr just unbanned BPC-157," "The FDA reversed itself on 14 peptides." Patients have been bringing these headlines to my pharmacy counter almost daily. Some are excited. Some are confused. A lot are asking whether they can finally get a prescription for the BPC-157 they were buying online from a "research peptides" website."

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The Peptide Reclassification Everyone's Talking About: A Pharmacist's Take on What RFK Jr's Announcement Actually Means | Pharmacy Times The policy direction is clear, but the regulatory mechanics are still working their way through the system.