A video on Instagram claims that positive affirmations can cure hypertension, stating that it is a lifestyle condition and not a disease. However, this claim is false. Hypertension is defined as having a blood pressure of 140/90 or higher and can lead to serious health complications. While regular exercise and stress management can help to control blood pressure, there is no scientific evidence to support the use of positive affirmations as a cure for hypertension. It is important to seek medical treatment and follow evidence-based guidelines for managing hypertension.
The US Food and Drug Administration has officially approved Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's medicine, Donanemab, for marketing under the name Kisunla. This clearance is significant as Donanemab is the only drug that has been able to demonstrate that the treatment can be stopped once the amyloid beta protein plaques in the brain are cleared out. However, the drug has faced criticism due to its modest cognitive benefits and potential risks, as well as concerns over irregularities in the approval process. Despite these controversies, the demand for Alzheimer's drugs like Donanemab is expected to be high, especially in developing countries with large aging populations.