Factors such as stress, illness, poor nutrition, insufficient sleep, and lack of physical activity are all factors that can weaken our immune system
Closes July 22, 2026
GLP-1 medications can trigger migraines in patients with pre-existing migraine disorder, though the mechanism isn't fully understood
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These medications also improve cardiovascular outcomes and blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes, benefits phentermine does not provide
Scirica cares for patients at Brigham and Womens Hospital and was first author on the new study