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Trending Patient News: Week of November 24, 2025

November 28, 2025

Keeping you a step ahead is our priority. That's why we've gathered some of the top stories your patients might be seeing. Here are this week's highlights:

Ultra-processed foods may be rewiring young Americans to overeat

(SciTech Daily)—Emerging evidence indicates ultra-processed foods—such as packaged snacks and sugary drinks—may disrupt brain signaling tied to appetite control, potentially driving overeating in young people. Read more

5 things to know about the new obesity pills that are on the way

(NPR)—Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are developing oral versions of popular injectable obesity drugs—semaglutide and orforglipron—that could make treatment easier and more affordable. Read more

Can vaping help wean people off cigarettes? Anti-smoking advocates are sharply split

(NPR)—While some studies suggest vaping could aid smoking cessation, public health experts remain deeply divided over its long-term risks and benefits. Read more

Washington resident dies of complications from bird flu strain never before reported in humans

(CNN)—Health officials confirmed that a Washington man died from complications of a rare bird flu strain after exposure to infected poultry, marking the first known human case. Read more

Nasal drops may help body fight deadly brain cancer

(Newsweek)—Researchers are testing nasal drops designed to activate immune defenses against glioblastoma, offering a novel approach to brain cancer therapy. Read more

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