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healthMedicare Launches Pilot Program for Weight-Loss Drugs Wegovy, Zepbound
A new Medicare bridge program will cover popular weight-loss medications like Wegovy and Zepbound for eligible older adults starting July 1st, with a $50 monthly copay.
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healthHealth Canada Approves Zepbound for Sleep Apnea in Obese Adults
The weight-loss drug becomes the first GLP-1 medication authorized in Canada to treat obstructive sleep apnea linked to obesity, offering a new option alongside CPAP therapy.
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healthUS Prescription Drug Spending on Track to Exceed $1 Trillion, Fueled by GLP-1s
U.S. drug spending hit $915B in 2025, set to top $1T in 2026, driven by GLP-1 weight-loss drug demand. Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk dominate the market.
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healthMedicare Delays GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drug Program Amid Insurer Concerns
Medicare will offer GLP-1 weight-loss drugs via a temporary bridge program, delaying a new initiative due to insurer hesitations. Permanent integration remains uncertain.
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healthNew Study Reveals Unreported Side Effects of Popular Weight-Loss Drugs
A University of Pennsylvania study analyzing Reddit posts uncovers potential new side effects of GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Mounjaro, beyond common gastrointestinal issues.
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healthFDA Approves First Oral GLP-1 Weight-Loss Pill Foundayo
Foundayo is the latest once-daily pill approved for weight loss, offering flexibility without food or water restrictions.
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healthDrug Combination Shows 35% Greater Weight Loss in Post-Menopausal Women
Mayo Clinic study reveals tirzepatide combined with hormone therapy delivers superior weight loss results for women over 50.
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healthStopping GLP-1 Drugs Erases Heart Benefits Fast, Study Warns
New research shows cardiovascular protection from Ozempic and similar drugs vanishes within months of stopping - with lasting damage.