U.S. regulators have approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy, a boon for drugmaker Novo Nordisk Read more
The Independent - Dec 23A recent KFF poll revealed that one in eight adults in the U.S. is currently taking a GLP-1 weight loss drug. As more people start using them, some are talking about the unexpected side effects, including muscle loss and weakness. Senior Vox correspondent Dylan Scott joins CBS News to share what ... Read more
Cbs News - Dec 06
The World Health Organization’s new guidelines recognizing obesity as a disease and GLP-1 drugs as part of the treatment could have wide ranging benefits. Read more
Bu Today - Dec 04
The World Health Organization is now recommending GLP-1 drugs for adults trying to manage obesity. Dr. Natalie Azar explains how this historical shift changes the approach for patients. Read more
Nbc News - Dec 01
Researchers showed that GLP-1 receptor agonism counteracts aging across multiple organs in mice, improving strength and reversing molecular aging signatures without meaningful effects on body weight.These benefits depended largely on hypothalamic GLP-1R signaling and closely mirrored the anti-agi... Read more
Medical News - Nov 24
In a large real-world Italian cohort, GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy led to measurable rates of type 2 diabetes remission, depending on how remission was defined. The most pragmatic definition (Remission 3) was linked to improved glycemia, weight, and a lower risk of microvascular and cardiovascu... Read more
Medical News - Oct 30
Over the last couple of years, popular weight loss drugs including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have revolutionized weight loss in the U.S. In a country where the Centers for Disease Control estimates around 40% of adults are overweight or obese, the drugs are proving to be life-changi... Read more
Thestreet - Oct 11
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer checks in on health care company Inspire to weigh if its worth adding to your portfolio. Read more
Cnbc - Oct 06
GLP-1 injections use needles and require refrigeration. Pills that work in a similar way could be a cheaper, simpler solution. Read more
Science News - Oct 06
A study reveals rising GLP-1 prescriptions in young women, highlighting low contraception use and potential risks for unintended pregnancies and fetal outcomes. Read more
Medical News - Sep 12