Weight-loss drugs replacing some surgeries

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.
Take a look at a dieter’s weight loss journey using Ozempic
People who take popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic can have serious side effects and new research says stopping them can also cause problems. Now that millions of people have successfully lost weight using them,
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.
Do Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Affect Your Breast Health?
Medically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MD After losing extra pounds on Ozempic (semaglutide), some are finding themselves dealing with an unexpected issue, what's become known as "Ozempic breasts." This possible side effect of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonist medication users like Ozempic,
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.
New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link
A recent study found semaglutide – the drug known as Ozempic – can improve knee pain in people with obesity and osteoarthritis.
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.
Could weight loss drugs fix UK’s unemployment problem?
The United Kingdom will study whether the use of weight loss drugs could get people back to work. UK Health Minister Wes Streeting announced last month that US drug manufacturer Eli Lilly will begin a five-year trial in Greater Manchester to test if the company’s weight loss drug could curb the UK’s unemployment crisis.
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.
Mimic Ozempic’s Weight Loss Effects Naturally With a Keto-Based Diet
Everyone is raving about the slimming power of semaglutide medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, which experts say is as effective as weight loss surgery. While it’s not for everyone, it can be a lifesaving option for some.
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Weight-loss medications may also ease chronic pain
Popular semaglutide-based drugs used for weight loss may reduce chronic and acute pain, which could make them a promising ...
Quitting Ozempic made woman gain 2x the weight, bringing back her voracious appetite: ‘I need more!’
Ozempic traps the individual, increasing the weight faster when stopped. A woman from US recounted her bad experience with ...
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Weight loss plans are less effective for many Black women − because existing ones often don't meet their unique needs
Lifestyle interventions that fully integrate the experiences of Black women into their treatment may produce better results.