What exactly are GLP-1 medications and how do they work?

Tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) is a dual-agonist GLP-1 medication. It works like a GLP-1 agonist, but also targets a ...
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

The GLP-1 revolution: What UAB researchers are discovering about how these drugs work

GLP-1 weight loss drugs have quickly moved from medical journals to household conversations, reshaping how Americans think ...
Medscape

What Else Can GLP-1 Drugs Do for Your Patients?

Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are transforming the treatment landscape for type 2 diabetes ( T2D) and obesity, in addition to their cardiovascular benefits. These drugs also show ...
Nature

Are obesity drugs causing a severe complication? What the science says

The United Kingdom and Brazil have issued warnings about a possible link between GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and pancreatic inflammation, but the connection is murky.
Scientific American

What if most medications were sold over-the-counter?

The FDA is reportedly considering broadening the types of drugs that can be sold without a prescription, a move some pharmacy experts say could raise safety risks ...