Check if you qualify for GLP-1 treatment (30-second quiz) References Friedrichsen M, et al
This is a class of medications that helps in managing blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes, but it can also be used for managing obesity
Reflecting a growing acceptance of obesity as a legitimate medical condition, at least in the United State, a 2024 employer health benefits survey found that 61% of respondents support expanding Medicare (federal health insurance program primarily for individuals aged 65 and older) coverage beyond treatment for T2DM to include GLP-1 therapies for weight management in overweight individuals (Kaiser Family, F, 2024)
Cardiovascular advantages include lowered blood pressure, enhanced lipid profiles, and less arterial stiffness (Sheahan et al
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It is not suitable for everyone for example, it is contraindicated in people with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or MEN2, and is not used during pregnancy