https://patient.info/rss Latest updates from Patient.info FeatureArticle Copyright 2026 Patient.info Mounjaro has quickly become one of the most talked-about weight loss injections, with many people reporting benefits that go beyond the number on the scales. But how does it actually work? From reducing hunger and cravings to improving blood sugar control, here is what the science tells us about how Mounjaro helps with weight loss. https://patient.info/features/treatment-and-medication/how-does-mounjaro-work-for-weight-loss 6kHpmH713ALCWKUWCWC4i2 2026-06-14T23:00:00.000Z Feeling sick, bloated, or unusually full after starting Mounjaro or Wegovy? You're not alone. These side effects are common and often improve over time. Here's what to expect, how to manage symptoms, and when to seek medical advice. https://patient.info/features/treatment-and-medication/how-to-manage-mounjaro-and-wegovy-side-effects 7oP9qM1QopqdtFBuSQeqsE 2026-06-14T23:00:00.000Z From stabbing heel pain first thing in the morning to burning sensations in the ball of the foot, the way your foot hurts can reveal a lot about what's going on underneath. Understanding these symptoms can make it easier to identify the most likely causes of foot pain and decide whether treatment may be needed. https://patient.info/features/foot-care/what-causes-foot-pain doc_29694 2026-06-11T00:00:00.000Z A drug that can treat chemotherapy-resistant ovarian cancer has just been approved for use on the NHS in England. Mirvetuximab soravtansine (also known as Elahere) is the first new drug to be approved for hard-to-treat ovarian cancer in over 20 years. https://patient.info/features/health-news/ovarian-cancer-drug-approved-for-nhs-use-will-prolong-lives 10f703b87ca04dea9b73cfde6a5249de 2026-06-11T00:00:00.000Z It's rare for healthcare professionals to endorse a social media health trend, but one term that's recently been gaining attention online is ‘office chair butt’. This informal phrase describes changes that can occur in your bottom muscles as a result of prolonged sitting. So, is there any truth behind the trend? We spoke to a physiotherapist to explain what office chair butt really is, why it happens, and simple ways to reduce the effects of long hours spent sitting. https://patient.info/features/bones-joints-muscles/what-is-office-chair-butt-and-how-do-you-prevent-it 3Kc6JxBjfhAzEvkwuijMBZ 2026-06-10T23:00:00.000Z Visit any British beach in summertime and you'll likely see a landscape of pink and red sunburned bodies. Spending time in the sun can catch out even the most devoted sun cream wearers from time to time. Aftersun can't reverse sun damage, but its soothing and hydrating ingredients can ease short-term sunburn symptoms. https://patient.info/features/skin-conditions/what-does-aftersun-do-and-do-you-really-need-it doc_31996 2026-06-09T23:00:00.000Z Pride Month isn’t only a time for visibility and celebration - it also offers a chance to think more broadly about how identity, belonging, and connection shape our health and wellbeing. Increasingly, there’s a growing understanding that health isn’t just about what happens in clinical settings, but about the everyday environments we live in and the relationships that support us. https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/pride-belonging-and-why-health-is-about-more-than-healthcare 1Cca93Y1anOKCYiQc7lYCE 2026-06-09T23:00:00.000Z Honey has been used by humans as a natural sweetener and energy source to sustain work and physical performance for thousands of years. Recently, it has re-emerged as a natural option for fuelling exercise, with some social media users claiming it’s the perfect thing to eat before a workout if you need an energy boost. https://patient.info/features/diet-and-nutrition/honey-may-be-the-natural-buzz-you-need-to-fuel-your-workouts 3wSrZwMRS0nctQmNeWW0kH 2026-06-09T23:00:00.000Z We all know the importance of wearing sunscreen and protecting our skin from the sun in the summer, but did you know your eyes also need looking after as well? It's not just the sun you need to protect them from - there's a whole range of eye issues you might need to navigate in the summer, including itchy eyes. https://patient.info/features/eye-care/how-to-look-after-your-eyes-in-summer doc_31548 2026-06-04T23:00:00.000Z If you’re in your late thirties, you may have noticed a sudden outbreak of spots - something that feels a lot like acne, even though you thought you’d left your teenage skin behind. Some people even call it a ‘second puberty’. But according to dermatologist Dr Shamsa Kanwal, it’s actually a hormonal shift that changes how your skin behaves as you approach midlife. https://patient.info/features/hormones/the-second-puberty-why-you-might-be-breaking-out-in-your-thirties 4V3MZk0kkd7llOXGZmQwEK 2026-06-04T23:00:00.000Z