Dr. Myrna J. Medina, DDS ,
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Can semaglutide help curb heavy drinking? Early trial hints yes
A small randomized trial suggests semaglutide may help reduce heavy drinking in adults with alcohol use disorder and obesity. The results are encouraging, but they are early and do not change standard treatment yet.
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Scleroderma
A group of autoimmune disorders characterized by hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues, potentially affecting various organs or systems throughout the body.
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Best Mental Health Treatments in 2025: Therapy, Medication, and Beyond
This article offers a clear, up-to-date guide to mental health care in 2025, covering proven therapies (like CBT, DBT, and ACT), medications (SSRIs/SNRIs and augmentation strategies), and “beyond” options such as TMS, ketamine/esketamine, psychedelic-assisted therapy where approved, digital therapeutics, and lifestyle supports. It explains who each approach may help, expected benefits and side effects, and how to combine treatments through measurement-based, personalized, and culturally responsive care. Readers get practical tools for finding qualified providers (in-person or via telehealth), assessing apps, navigating costs and insurance, and supporting loved ones. The tone is supportive and safety-focused, with questions to ask clinicians, tips for shared decision-making, and guidance to reliable resources if urgent help is needed.
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Measles cases under investigation; airport exposure window and City Hall health updates
Columbus, OH – March 2, 2026 – Measles cases in Franklin County and an airport exposure alert lead local updates on crisis response and uninsured care.
