Weight-loss drugs replacing some surgeries, but doctors say they're 'not a miracle drug'
Researchers looked at the health records of 17 million Americans with obesity and determined that between 2022 and 2023, rates of bariatric surgeries dropped by 25%, while prescriptions for weight-loss drugs more than doubled.
Weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy may also curb alcohol addiction, study says
A study published Wednesday suggests a surprising side effect of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic: they can be effective at curbing alcohol abuse.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the side effects of weight loss medications
From constipation to muscle loss, the side effects of some weight loss and diabetes medications can be daunting to patients. CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta looks at why these effects occur, and gives some tips on how to keep them in check.
Tips for Safe Ozempic Dosing to Maximize Weight Loss and Reduce Side Effects
Understanding the right dose of Ozempic for you can feel a bit confusing, especially if you’re just getting started. While the popular semaglutide brand is primarily approved to manage and improve blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes,
Is Ozempic the modern wonder drug? All the conditions the weight loss jab can tackle — from addiction to Alzheimer’s
"I'm using [Ozempic] off-label for a whole host of conditions — and have been for years," Dr. Caroline Messer, an endocrinologist at Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital, told The Post.
What are your questions about weight loss drugs?
Weight loss and diabetes drugs Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound are seen as game-changers for obesity and weight management but for many people, there are still questions around side effects, accessibility and results.
Weight-loss drugs can help stroke survivors prevent recurrence
The weight-loss drug Ozempic can help reduce stroke patients' risk of a heart attack or death, a new study says.
New weight loss drug could be a 'better Ozempic'
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Scientific breakthrough to prevent negative side effects of weight loss drugs like Ozempic
Scientific breakthrough to prevent negative side effects of weight loss drugs like Ozempic - Millions across the world could benefit from weight loss drugs such as Ozempic
New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link
The drug semaglutide, commonly known by the brand names Ozempic or Wegovy, was originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. However, researchers have discovered it may help with other health issues,
Could Ozempic Help Treat Substance Use Disorder? This Expert Is Hopeful
More than 48 million Americans 12 years or older had a substance use disorder in 2022, yet only 24 percent received treatment ...
New weight loss drug decreases appetite without nausea — and can even burn calories
Scientists from the University of Copenhagen say they have developed a drug that decreases appetite while increasing calorie ...
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How to know if Ozempic is right for you
About 1 in 8 U.S. adults have taken Ozempic or similar medications used to treat Type 2 diabetes and obesity. While these ...
'Today' host Al Roker says he doesn't judge anyone who uses Ozempic to lose weight
The "Today" host underwent gastric bypass surgery in 2002 to help him lose weight.
Ozempic and Wegovy may be beneficial in fighting alcohol addiction: Study
The weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy may be beneficial for people struggling with alcohol addiction, a study published ...
Is AstraZeneca a Buy as It Eyes the Weight Loss Market?
While Novo Nordisk and Lilly are the undisputed leaders in weight management right now, a number of pharmaceutical companies ...
Extreme hunger and weight gain – what really happens when you come off Ozempic and Wegovy
As a new study finds that people who stopped taking semaglutide, the active ingredient in the new blockbuster weight loss ...