Expanded coverage of GLP-1 medications may cover 10 percent of Medicare beneficiaries
For men in Minneapolis, physician-led TRT that prioritizes physiologic dosing, careful screening, and ongoing monitoring can be a safe and thoughtful option when symptoms and labs support treatment
There are currently five medications on the FDA-approved list for long-term use for weight loss: Wegovy (semaglutide) Saxenda (liraglutide) Xenical and Alli (orlistat) Qsymia (phentermine-topiramate) Contrave (bupropion/naltrexone) The above list does not include medications indicated for short-term use such as phentermine or medications prescribed off-label like Ozempic or Mounjaro
Effectiveness and safety of the combination of sodium-glucose transport protein 2 inhibitors and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
Keep shelf-stable snacks in your purse or car
While GLP-1 drugs can be highly effective for weight loss and diabetes management, they work best as part of comprehensive treatment plans that include dietary changes and physical activity
