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Article imageJoe Graedon - June 22, 2026
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Science, Marketing, Ideology, and Mythology in the World of Pills

Are pills the most distorted product in the history of marketing? The mythology around them obscures the social sources of illness.

Joe Graedon - June 22, 2026

Pills or Shots for Obesity? New Foundayo Pills vs. Oral Wegovy

Joe Graedon - June 18, 2026

The Ultimate Allergy Survival Guide: From Sneezing to Anaphylaxis

Joe Graedon - June 18, 2026

Will Exercise Help Wegovy Weight Loss Last?

Joe Graedon - June 17, 2026

Can GLP-1 Agonists Fix What Ails You — and Ward Off Dementia or Cancer Too?

Joe Graedon - June 15, 2026

Hormones and Breast Cancer: Why the Confusion Won’t Go Away!

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Joe Graedon - June 14, 2026

Are You Taking A Sleeping Pill That Messes with Your Brain?

Millions rely on them nightly, but sleeping pills may contribute to brain fog, memory problems and exhaustion. Beware Rx-OTC sedating combos.

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Joe Graedon - June 8, 2026

How Well Does Ritalin Work for ADHD?

Ritalin and related drugs are a mainstay of treatment for ADHD, but research shows that evidence supporting their use is weak.