Doctors reverse deafness, plus surprise Ozempic perks and rules for traveling with meds

Five children who were born completely deaf have had their hearing loss reversed after an experimental treatment. The children had a hereditary form of deafness called DFNB9, which is caused by mutations in the OTOF gene. (Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University)

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DOUBLE DUTY – Ozempic and Wegovy could have a surprise health benefit for those suffering from kidney disease, a new study has found. Continue reading…

Semaglutide medications have been shown to reduce the risk of kidney failure and the risk of death among people with kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. (iStock)

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Women who adhered to the heart-healthy, plant-focused diet were found to have a 23% lower risk of death from any cause. (iStock)

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HAVE MEDS, WILL TRAVEL – Before packing your prescriptions for that summer trip, check to make sure it's legal to bring them. Continue reading…

As Americans gear up for summer travel this year, 77% expect to pack a prescription medication — but nearly half don’t check to see whether it’s even legal to bring along those meds to other countries, a survey found. (iStock)

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