Category: My Health
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Does Ozempic Degrade After Opening? Let’s Talk About What Happens
Think Ozempic lasts longer if you put it back in the fridge? Think again. This post explains what actually happens to semaglutide after opening, why the 56-day rule exists, and how proper storage affects stability, even if the pen hasn’t been used yet.
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Ozempic, Weight Loss, and the Truth Behind the Hype: What You Need to Know
Ozempic is often mistaken as a weight loss drug — but it’s actually a metabolic therapy. Here’s what it does, why some lose weight (and others don’t), and why that nuance matters.
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How Does Ozempic Actually Work? (Hint: It’s More Than Just Appetite Suppression)
Ozempic (semaglutide) has exploded in popularity recently, and with it, so have the misconceptions. One of the most common myths? “It just tricks your brain into thinking you’re not hungry” Wrong. Ozempic doesn’t simply flick an off-switch in your head. It works through your entire metabolic system, not just your mind, to help regulate blood…
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Being Canadian and Disabled: It’s Complicated
It’s July 1st—Canada Day, and also the first day of Disability Pride Month. I can appreciate what’s good about where I live and still advocate for what needs to change. Because the reality is: access isn’t universal. Disabled Canadians are still waiting on promises, still navigating broken systems, still too often left behind. Disability Pride…
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The Byetta Echo: How GLP-1 Drugs Became a Diet Craze, and What We Lost Along the Way
A deeper look into the history of GLP-1 medications—how they went from diabetes treatments to viral diet trends—and the human impact in between.