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Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study

A large trial showed that semaglutide, sold as Ozempic for diabetes and as Wegovy for obesity, was better than any current medications in alleviating symptoms.

Health - The New York Times - November 1

Semaglutide linked to reduced arthritis knee pain in people with obesity, study finds

People who lost a significant amount of weight with semaglutide saw major improvements in osteoarthritis knee pain, research published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine finds.

Ozempic reduces knee osteoarthritis pain by almost half: Study

The results of a clinical trial published this week found that the active ingredient in the diabetes and weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy was linked with a near halving of reported pain ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Puka Nacua has to leave Rams' practice after reinjuring knee

Rams receiver Puka Nacua had to leave practice Thursday after reinjuring his right knee. He had just returned after missing five games and caught seven passes.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Warriors' De'Anthony Melton out indefinitely with sprained ACL in left knee

Melton had recently moved into the Warriors' starting lineup and was averaging 16.5 points per game.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

Bills TE Kincaid (knee) out Sunday vs. Chiefs

The Bills have ruled tight end Dalton Kincaid, who's second on the team in receptions, out for Sunday's game against the visiting Chiefs.

Sports - ESPN - 7 hours ago

Hospitals' IV fluid shortage may impact surgeries for weeks

Surgery schedules around the country may be washed out for several more weeks while a crucial IV and sterile fluids factory remains closed after a hurricane-related shutdown

National IV Fluid Shortage Could Affect Hospital Surgeries for Weeks

Hurricane Helene knocked out the Baxter International plant in North Carolina that makes about 60 percent of the crucial medical supply, creating a knock-on effect that may persist for a while.

Business - Inc. - October 23

University of South Florida Coach Dies at 43 From Complications During Surgery

The school said in a statement that complications arose during Abdur-Rahim’s medical procedure at a Tampa-area hospital.

Sports - The New York Times - October 25

My healthy lifestyle is horrific, says Jeremy Clarkson after heart surgery

Prospect of drinking elderflower juice at a party is terrifying but presenter admits he ‘fancied living a bit longer’. Jeremy Clarkson has spoken of having to adapt to a new way of life after ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

WATCH: Penguin who could barely walk gets life-saving surgery

An endangered baby African penguin named Iggie is now “thriving,” according to veterinarians at the California Academy of Sciences.

Heart-Valve Patients Should Have Earlier Surgery, Study Suggests

The results of a new clinical trial have overturned the “wait and see” approach that cardiologists have long favored for symptom-free patients.

Health - The New York Times - October 30

Unsafe to move patients from closing surgery, GPs say

More than 2000 patients will be dispersed among 13 practices in the Magherafelt area.

Graphene-chip implant in UK trial could transform brain tumour surgery

Cancer cell detector made of material that won its inventors Nobel prize is hailed as ‘clinical milestone’. A revolutionary device designed to transform the surgical treatment of brain tumours is ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Shohei Ohtani undergoes shoulder surgery after playing through torn labrum in World Series

Ohtani's shoulder injury in the 2024 World Series was apparently a bit worse than the Dodgers let on.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 5

Dodgers not counting on Ohtani to pitch at the start of next season following left shoulder surgery

The Los Angeles Dodgers aren’t counting on Shohei Ohtani to pitch at the start of next season and will wait to see how his rehabilitation progresses following shoulder surgery on his non-throwing arm

Sports - ABC News - November 6

From surgery to doubt to dominance: How the Bengals' Joe Burrow returned to form

It's been nearly a year since Burrow injured his right wrist against Baltimore, and now he's again facing the Ravens -- healthy and playing better than ever.

Sports - ESPN - November 7

Longtime Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw is on the mend after 2 surgeries

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw says he plans "to crush some rehab” in his recovery from two surgeries

Sports - ABC News - November 7

USMNT forward Sargent out 8 weeks after surgery

Norwich forward Josh Sargent underwent surgery for a groin injury and will be out for two months, the second-tier English club has confirmed.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott likely done for season with hamstring surgery on tap

Prescott is still seeking an opinion from another specialist, but is likely to undergo surgery to repair a partial tear in his hamstring.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Davina McCall to have brain surgery for ‘very rare’ benign tumour

TV presenter says colloid cyst was found during a check-up she was given as part of her menopause work. Davina McCall has said she is to undergo brain surgery after being diagnosed with a “very ...

World - The Guardian - 17 hours ago

Carsley backs benched Kane to bounce back

England interim boss Lee Carsley has backed Harry Kane to respond to being dropped against Greece by confirming he will start in Sunday's UEFA Nations League clash against Republic of Ireland at ...

Sports - ESPN - 16 hours ago

Kawhi Leonard injury: Clippers star sidelined indefinitely to rehabilitate knee, per report

Leonard is still dealing with inflammation in his right knee

Sports - CBS Sports - October 17

Leonard won't play for Los Angeles Clippers to start the season while rehabbing knee, report says

Kawhi Leonard won’t play for the Los Angeles Clippers to start the season because of ongoing rehabilitation from inflammation in his right knee

Sports - ABC News - October 17

NBA title tiers, Lonzo Ball's return, Kawhi's knee injury & Bucks drama | The Kevin O'Connor Show

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to go through the NBA news of the day, including Kawhi's indefinite return from injury and some drama surrounding Giannis and the Bucks, before diving ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

Patriots QB Drake Maye 'ready to go' after appearing on injury report with knee issue

The Patriots have been quiet about the rookie's injury, but he says he's doing well

Sports - CBS Sports - October 18

Browns RB Nick Chubb makes return from knee injury, scores first rushing TD since 2022

Nick Chubb was back for the first time since Week 2 of last season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Brandon Aiyuk injury update: 49ers star wide receiver out for season with torn ACL and MCL, per reports

The Niners have lost a key weapon for the remainder of the year

Sports - CBS Sports - October 21

Ohio State's Josh Simmons will miss remainder of 2024 season as Buckeyes lose OL to knee injury

Simmons has served as Ohio State's starting left tackle over the past two seasons

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

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