I learned at a young age that my pale skin burns fast. So I have an arsenal of all the “right ways” to protect it. Imagine my dismay at discovering all the medications that could sabotage my efforts…

When sleep problems creep up with age, some may turn to sleep aids. But a commonly used sleep drug clogs the plumbing of a little-known brain system, preventing the brain from clearing out toxic waste and potentially leading to cognitive decline.

Innocuous little white tablets, perfect for a headache and a blood thinner anyone can grab at the drugstore. But it turns out an awful lot of us don’t realize the true scope of aspirin’s dangers or benefits and for whom which is which.

“Miracle weight” loss drugs are making a lot of people happy. However, a growing list of side effects that indicate they have the potential to be detrimental in the long term can’t be overlooked…

Cholesterol-lowering drugs, especially statins, have been controversial almost from the get-go. After years of use, the list of side effects keeps growing. A newer class of drugs treats cholesterol differently, but it sounds like the same old story…

Side effects associated with semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, keep piling up. Yet some experts say the benefits outweigh the risks. Even the potential for permanent vision loss?