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
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,
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.
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. Analyzing the medical records of roughly 2.
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, ...
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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 ...
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Study: GLP-1s ‘hold promise’ for treating a wide range of diseases and health outcomes
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist use corresponded with risk reductions for dozens of diseases and adverse health ...
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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.
Health Care Up on GLP-1 Alzheimer's Data -- Health Care Roundup
Health-care companies rose after more promising data for the best-selling Glucagon-like Peptide inhibitor drugs. Shares of Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, the two leading producers of GLP-1 drugs, rallied ...
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Researchers create an atlas of health associations for GLP-1 receptor agonists
Insights from a study on GLP-1 receptor agonists reveal benefits for cardiometabolic health, with notable risks for ...
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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.
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Online marketing for compounded GLP-1 drugs overstates benefits and underplays risks
A new analysis finds nearly half of the compounded GLP-1 websites didn’t include information on adverse effects, warnings, ...
Popular GLP-1 medications may have health benefits that extend beyond weight loss and blood sugar control, a new study finds
Popular GLP-1 medications approved for weight loss, diabetes, and heart disease may have untapped potential to reduce the ...