GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy lower the risk of 42 conditions
The benefits of taking GLP-1 agonists seem to outweigh the risks, at least when taken for approved uses, according to an assessment of how the drugs affect 175 conditions
Largest-ever Ozempic and GLP-1 drug study finds they lower risk of 42 health conditions, including heart attacks and Alzheimer’s disease
The study included nearly 2 million patients, making it the largest ever conducted on this group of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists.
GLP-1 drugs linked to lower dementia risk, higher risk of kidney, stomach issues
A new study compares the benefits and risks of taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss, including risks of dementia, addiction, heart disease, and gastrointestinal problems, among others.
Massive new study finds drugs like Ozempic affect 175 conditions — including a few surprises
A comprehensive new study supports evidence of the myriad health benefits of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro — and even some new potential upsides.
GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Lower Alzheimer's Risk Amid Safety Warnings
Novo Nordisk ( NYSE:NVO) and Eli Lilly ( NYSE:LLY) are making headlines againthis time, for potential benefits beyond weight loss. A new study finds that people taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro face up to a 12% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
GLP-1 Drugs Offer Brain Benefits but May Pose Other Health Risks
A study analyzing data from over 2 million veterans found that GLP-1 receptor agonists, popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, provide significant neurological and behavioral health benefits,
GLP-1 Agents' Risks and Benefits Broader Than Previously Thought
GLP-1 agents "have an intricate web of various effects," Al-Aly said in a press briefing. For example, the analysis showed that use of GLP-1 agonists was associated with a 5% risk reduction in neurocognitive disorders, driven by an 8% decreased risk of dementia and 12% lower risk for Alzheimer's disease.
Not Just For Weight Loss: GLP-1 Drugs May Affect Addiction And Dementia Risk
Over 2 million people were included in new research to test these drugs against 175 different health outcomes.
Ozempic-style drugs tied to more than 60 health benefits and risks in biggest study-of-its-kind
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic may decrease your risk of developing 42 health conditions, but increase your chance of experiencing 19 others, according to one of the most comprehensive studies-of-its-kind to date.
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What can’t GLP-1s do? Study maps benefits while warning of uncommon risks
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic have swept the world as effective therapies for far more than their original target of diabetes.
Novo Nordisk's GLP-1 Drugs: Health Breakthroughs, Big Buybacks, and Medicare's Price-Cut Threat
From Alzheimer's prevention to weight-loss dominance, Novo bets on innovation and share repurchases amid Medicare pressure.
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Popular GLP-1 Drugs Are Shaping Health Beyond Weight Loss & Diabetes
Popular GLP-1 medications for weight loss and diabetes may have unexpected benefits for reducing risks for conditions ...
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Circana Talks ‘Profound Impact’ GLP-1 Drugs Have on Spending for Food, Beverages, More
This is the beginning of a revolution, and how you engage and how you attack it is going to really set the stage for your ...
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European Medicines Agency Investigating GLP-1 Drugs and Eye Disease
A safety committee will review all evidence from trials and studies to shed more light on the potential risk of NAION.