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Why Ivermectin Fails Against Trichinella Larvae: A Mystery Unveiled

December 29, 2025

Trichinella, a sneaky worm, causes long-term infections by hiding in muscle cells. It's a big problem worldwide. Scientists know that ivermectin, a common drug, works well on adult worms in the gut but fails against the larvae in muscles. Why? They thought the collagen capsule around the larvae migh

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The Race Against Time: How Quickly Do Drug Trials Wrap Up?

April 11, 2025

Drugs that show potential in treating serious illnesses get the green light from Health Canada. However, there is a catch. Companies must promise to run more tests. These tests confirm if the drugs are as effective as initially thought. This process is not always speedy. It can take a while for thes

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Getting Meds to Rare Disease Patients: A Global Look

December 29, 2024

When it comes to rare diseases, patients worldwide are often left in the dark when it comes to accessing medications. This is where different countries' approaches come into play, each with their own unique way of tackling the issue. Some places have well-oiled systems that help patients quickly and

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Millions of Americans Could Benefit from Affordable Weight Loss Drugs

November 20, 2024

Imagine if more than half of American adults could easily lose weight with a simple medication. That’s what a new study found about semaglutide, the active ingredient in popular drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. Researchers discovered that around 136. 8 million American adults might benefit from this d