Backdoor Ozempic: The Rise of Off-Label Weight Loss Solutions
Off-label use of semaglutide is growing popular among non-diabetic women seeking quick weight loss, driven by the high cost of branded medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Over 100 U.S. businesses are now selling cheaper versions through compounding pharmacies, but health experts raise safety concerns. This trend points to societal pressures on women to chase extreme thinness rather than overall health.
New Bat Coronavirus Discovery: HKU5-CoV-2 Shows Potential to Infect Humans Through ACE2 Receptor
Researchers in China have found a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, which can infect humans through the same receptor as SARS-CoV-2. Despite its ability to bind to human cells in labs, its efficiency is notably lower than COVID-19's virus, minimizing pandemic risk. The virus highlights concerns of zoonotic spillover from bats and has prompted calls for ongoing monitoring and research.
Wuhan Scientists Discover Bat Coronavirus With Potential to Infect Humans
Wuhan researchers have identified HKU5-CoV-2, a new bat coronavirus capable of infecting human cells via ACE2 receptors, similar to SARS-CoV-2. While it shows possible zoonotic risks, certain adaptation factors indicate a lower threat of causing a pandemic compared to COVID-19.
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