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Trending Patient News: Week of December 1, 2025

December 5, 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:

Doctors seek to understand why quitting antidepressants causes withdrawal for some

(NBC News)—Researchers are exploring why some patients experience withdrawal symptoms after stopping antidepressants, aiming to improve tapering strategies and patient care. Read more

Eli Lilly cuts cash prices of Zepbound weight loss drug vials on direct-to-consumer site

(CNBC)—Eli Lilly is lowering cash prices for Zepbound weight-loss drug vials on its direct-to-consumer platform, making treatment more accessible. Read more

More cities are seeing PFAS pollution in drinking water. Here's what Louisville found

(NPR)—Louisville joins a growing list of cities detecting PFAS chemicals in drinking water, raising concerns about health risks and regulatory gaps. Read more

Men with 'beer bellies' may face serious heart damage regardless of weight

(Fox News)—New research shows men with abdominal fat—often called “beer bellies”—may suffer serious heart damage, even if their overall weight is normal. Read more

‘Scromiting,’ a bizarre condition linked to chronic marijuana use, is on the rise

(CNN)—Doctors report a rise in “scromiting,” a painful condition linked to chronic marijuana use that causes severe nausea and vomiting. Read more

Warning over cosmetic face fillers as scans reveal new details of risks

(BBC)—Advanced imaging reveals hidden risks of cosmetic facial fillers, prompting renewed warnings for patients considering these procedures. Read more

How old is too old to shovel snow? Here's what heart experts say

(USA Today)—Heart specialists weigh in on when age makes shoveling snow dangerous, offering tips to prevent cardiac emergencies during winter storms. Read more

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