side effect

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Partaking in them is not without risk—ozone therapy, for example, has the potential side effect of something called an air embolism, which can lead to a stroke or heart attack.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Researchers at Pfizer were studying a drug intended to treat angina when participants reported an unexpected side effect.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

Jonas’ lymphoma developed as a side effect of the medication he was taking for Crohn’s disease.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

"It's not just a side effect that affects an individual, it's affecting families and communities and creating new victims," she told us.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

“I’ve been lucky so far, but it’s getting worse. It’s not medical... not really. Nico says it’s a side effect from my past, from where he found me.”

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan