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A new study suggests that people who discontinue GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, may face an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. The findings add to ongoing debate about how long patients should stay on these widely used weight-loss and diabetes drugs, and whether the cardiovascular benefits persist after stopping treatment.
- 2Russia targets Ukraine's internet providers and datacentres▼Russia strikes at heart of Ukraine’s digital economy with attacks on ISPs and datacentres
Russia has launched attacks on Ukrainian internet service providers and datacentres, striking at the infrastructure that underpins Ukraine's digital economy. The strikes threaten connectivity for businesses, government services and ordinary users, adding a technological dimension to the conflict. The targeting of critical digital infrastructure highlights the growing importance of cyber and physical attacks on communications networks in the war.
- 3Hidden Brain Circuit May Explain Post-Heart-Attack Damage▼Scientists Found a Hidden Brain Circuit That May Explain Why Heart Attacks Get Worse After They Happen
Scientists report identifying a previously unknown brain circuit that could explain why heart attacks often worsen after the initial event. The finding suggests the brain may trigger processes that compound damage to the heart in the hours and days following an attack. If confirmed, the discovery could open new avenues for treating patients after a heart attack and reducing long-term harm.