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Ozempic

Is Ozempic the Gateway Drug for CBT?

Two recent studies show nearly twice the weight loss for patients who undergo group CBT in addition to taking liraglutide, a GLP-1 agonist.

Ozempic Maker to Study Its Effect on Alcohol Consumption

Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic, plans to study the drug’s effect on alcohol consumption.

GLP-1 Drugs Used to Reduce Cancer, Fight Dementia

GLP-1 agonists such as Ozempic and Wegovy are being tested for their ability to impact cancer rates and slow dementia.

More Studies Show Positive Impacts From GLP-1 Agonist Drugs

A new survey from National Geographic explores many positive outcomes of recent trials with GLP-1 agonist drugs.

Mount Sinai Researchers Reveal Addiction Defects in the Brain

Researchers from Mount Sinai Hospital have released a study showing brain abnormalities common to heroin and cocaine addicts.

Is Ozempic Shrinking Profits for Snack Food Firms?

The snack food industry is bracing for reduced sales due to GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic.