Articles by Alex Carreon
Sunday, 16 February 2025 -
Ablaze
The Ozempic obsession: Weight loss at a cost
As influencers flaunt their dramatic weight transformations on social media, Ozempic has become a viral weight loss trend. Intended for diabetes treatment, this surge in demand has complicated access for those who medically need it and raised concerns about the serious effects of off-label use, some of which remain unknown.
The perils of Gen Z turning to TikTok for self-diagnosis
Social media platforms like TikTok have seemingly cemented themselves as sources of information, with users relying on them for mental health diagnoses. But is this promoting awareness or fueling the spread of misinformation?
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