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medication

[med-i-kay-shuhn] / ˌmɛd ɪˈkeɪ ʃən /




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They had never received a diagnosis and were not taking blood pressure-lowering medication.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026

Pilots typically are required to undergo a medical screening at least once a year but face suspension of their licenses if they receive certain mental-health diagnoses or are prescribed related medication.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

The project will evaluate whether this strategy can offer more effective treatment for women who find their pain is not adequately controlled by surgery or medication.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

In a crisis, the promise sounds beautifully simple: Your brain chemistry is faulty, take this medication and you’ll feel better.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

One of the fluorescent lights had started flickering halfway through class, exacerbating the pain, and Moss was eager to dart over to his locker and get his medication.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

Drugmakers are targeting muscle preservation and fat loss as they build the next generation of weight-loss medications.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

"However, never make changes to medications or supplements before taking medical advice," she said, and encouraged anyone concerned to speak with their medical team or call the Parkinson's UK helpline.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

That’s all alongside the medications that Lilly already sells: Zepbound and Mounjaro, plus Foundayo, a GLP-1 pill.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

Human and mouse metabolism can differ substantially, as can the distribution of fat tissue and responses to medications.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 26, 2026

A special briefcase with all of Kennedy’s medications was packed and ready.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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