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Can GLP-1 drugs help people stop throwing away their money?

Researchers will explore whether weight-loss drugs can deter risky or impulsive financial decisions. "It might be very good financially for the average person," one neuroscientist said.

  • GLP-1 drugs may reduce impulsive behaviors like gambling or compulsive shopping.
  • Study led by Wharton School experts to examine GLP-1s' impact on brain reward system.
  • Researchers aim to develop GLP-1s as a tool for better financial decision-making.

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𝗡𝗛𝗜𝗦 a𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 m𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 r𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝟳𝟬% – 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿

Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced that active membership under Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) has increased from 56.3% in 2024 to 70% as of August 2026, describing the growth as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen access to healthcare.

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Moroccan conjoined twins separated successfully

RIYADH — The medical and surgical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program successfully separated 13-month-old Moroccan conjoined twins Saja and Duha on Thursday. The surgical separation was held at King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City under the Ministry of National Guard in Riyadh.

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