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December 22, 2024 at 5:11 PM
FDA approves weight loss drug Zepbound to treat sleep apnea
ABC News’ medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down the latest medical headlines.
December 22, 2024 at 5:11 PM
December 22, 2024 at 4:50 AM
FDA approves Zepbound for sleep apnea
The weight loss drug is now also the first medication for patients with sleep apnea.
December 22, 2024 at 4:50 AM
December 21, 2024 at 12:49 AM
FDA approves 1st medication for obstructive sleep apnea
The FDA has expanded the approval of Eli Lilly’s obesity medication Zepbound to include treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea for people with obesity.
December 21, 2024 at 12:49 AM
December 19, 2024 at 8:25 PM
FDA: Knockoff versions of Lilly obesity drug must come off the market
The federal government is phasing out off-brand copies of two blockbuster drugs used to treat obesity and diabetes
December 19, 2024 at 8:25 PM
December 19, 2024 at 3:43 PM
Inside Eli Lilly and Company's fight against counterfeit drugs
"GMA" shares an exclusive look inside the lab of the maker of such drugs as Mounjaro and Zepbound to show what it's doing to warn users about the dangers of counterfeit drugs.
December 19, 2024 at 3:43 PM
December 13, 2024 at 11:11 PM
US obesity rates drop for 1st time in a decade
Experts say the growing use of weight loss drugs may be helping to reverse obesity trends. ABC News medical contributor Dr. John Brownstein breaks down the latest study.
December 13, 2024 at 11:11 PM
December 13, 2024 at 6:12 PM
US obesity rates drop for 1st time in a decade
Experts say the growing use of weight loss drugs may be helping to reverse obesity trends.
December 13, 2024 at 6:12 PM
December 9, 2024 at 6:59 PM
People turn to ‘microdosing’ of drugs used for weight loss
The new trend is seeing people take very small doses of medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound.
December 9, 2024 at 6:59 PM
December 5, 2024 at 3:43 PM
Weight-loss drugs compared
A new study is suggesting that not all weight-loss drugs are created equal.
December 5, 2024 at 3:43 PM
December 4, 2024 at 6:50 PM
Zepbound’s weight-loss results top Wegovy’s, trial finds
Study participants treated with Zepbound lost 20% of their body weight.
December 4, 2024 at 6:50 PM
December 4, 2024 at 6:40 PM
New study finds people can lose more weight with Zepbound
Eli Lilly says new research shows its medication Zepbound helped patients shed more weight over a shorter period of time than Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
December 4, 2024 at 6:40 PM
1 month ago
Biden proposes expanding obesity drug coverage under Medicare and Medicaid
The Biden administration has proposed a new rule to “significantly” expand coverage of anti-obesity medications for Americans with Medicare and Medicaid.
1 month ago
1 month ago
Demand for weight loss drugs prompts online alternatives, compound pharmacies
A new ABC News Investigation looks at weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound and how the high demand has contributed to nationwide shortages and alternatives.
1 month ago
1 month ago
Shot in the Dark: Weight Loss Injection Wars
A shortage in injections linked to weight loss opened the market not only to compounding pharmacies but also some questionable online businesses. How do you know if you're getting what's advertised?
1 month ago
1 month ago
The safety of compounding weight loss drugs
ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim takes a deep dive into the safety and business of compounding weight loss drugs.
1 month ago
1 month ago
New studies shed light on weight loss drugs, alcohol use disorder and diabetes
Dr. Darien Sutton and Dr. Stephanie Widmer discuss new studies, which found GLP-1 weight loss drugs beneficial in fighting Type 2 diabetes and certain addiction disorders.
1 month ago
2 months ago
Ozempic, Wegovy move closer to no longer being in shortage, FDA says
All doses of the weight loss drugs are listed as "available" by the FDA.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Active ingredient in Ozempic, Wegovy may reduce risk of Alzheimer's, study finds
Semaglutide, the active ingredient found in Ozempic and Wegovy, may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study published Thursday morning finds.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Women turn to weight loss medications during menopause
Some women have found the medications help with weight loss during menopause.
2 months ago
2 months ago
A look at the effects of weight-loss medications on menopause
As more women speak openly about menopause and the changes it brings, some doctors say GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy can be helpful in curbing menopausal weight gain.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Study: Ozempic and Wegovy can help lower risks of intoxication and overdose
The landmark research found those taking Ozempic had a 40% lower chance of experiencing an opioid overdose and the risk of alcohol intoxication was cut in half compared to those not taking the drug.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic may help reduce overdose risks: Study
A study suggests that weight loss medications like Ozempic may help reduce the risk of overdose and alcohol intoxication in people with substance use disorders.
2 months ago
3 months ago
Weight loss drug users struggle with high cost of life changing medication
Senator Bernie Sanders (D-VT) pushes for change in Washington as CEO of Novo Nordisk, maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, is under scrutiny for their high cost in the U.S.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Woman shares small changes that helped her lose over 200 pounds
Leah Hope said she kept her focus on being able to live a "big life."
3 months ago
3 months ago
Semaglutide drugs may lower risk of opioid overdose: Study
Semaglutide drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, may help reduce the risk of an opioid overdose, according to a new study published in JAMA. Dr. Darien Sutton explains.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CEO of maker of Ozempic grilled over prices
Senators questioned Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Jørgensen on Tuesday at a hearing over the costs of Ozempic, Wegovy and similar weight loss drugs, which are cheaper in other countries.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CEO of company behind weight loss drug Ozempic testifies on Capitol Hill
And, President Joe Biden delivers farewell address to the United Nations.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Ozempic CEO in the hot seat in Senate hearing
Senators grilled Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Jørgensen Tuesday over the costs of Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs.
3 months ago
3 months ago
'Stop ripping us off': Ozempic producer CEO in hot seat in congressional hearing
Senators grilled Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Jørgensen Tuesday over the costs of Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Ozempic CEO to testify about drug prices on Capitol Hill
The CEO of drugmaker Novo Nordisk, which makes Ozempic and Wegovy, is set to testify at a hearing about the high cost of the drugs in the United States compared to other countries.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Early trial shows success for daily weight loss pill: 3 things to know
The pill is made by Novo Nordisk, the same company that makes Ozempic.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Weight loss frontier: New medicine shows early promise
Dr. Leah Croll, a board-certified neurologist, helps break down a new weight loss medication presented by researchers in Spain that shows significant potential for weight loss that comes in pill form.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Study shows Wegovy decreases risk of heart attacks, stroke and COVID deaths
A new study finds the drug semaglutide appears to lower the risk of death from COVID in some patients. ABC News' Erielle Reshef reports.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Eil Lilly announces Zepbound to be sold directly to consumers
David Ricks, the CEO of Eli Lilly, announced the weight-loss drug can be purchased directly without insurance coverage.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Wegovy may significantly slash risk of heart attack, strokes: Study
Researchers now say that the popular weight loss drug can substantially lower a person's risk of heart-related issues.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Weight loss drug may reduce risk of developing diabetes: Study
Eli Lilly says a new trial showed the key ingredient in its popular drugs Zepbound and Mounjaro helped slash the chance of developing type 2 diabetes by 94% among patients at high risk.
4 months ago
4 months ago
How weight loss drugs are transforming America
Bloomberg health reporter Madison Muller and Dr. Nate Wood break down the latest on how Ozempic and other weight loss drugs are transforming America.
4 months ago
5 months ago
FDA warns against injecting copycat semaglutide
The urgent alert from the Food and Drug Administration comes as more people turn to unauthorized versions of popular weight loss drugs.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Some people are overdosing on weight-loss drugs, FDA warns
The FDA says people may be subject to dosing errors.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Pfizer to continue developing weight loss pill
The company is working on developing a once-a-day pill called danuglipron to treat obesity.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Pfizer targets obesity with new once-daily danuglipron drug
Pfizer announced that it has selected its preferred once-daily modified release formulation of danuglipron, a move that is significant in the obesity drug’s development.
5 months ago
6 months ago
Mounjaro leads to more weight loss than Ozempic, study finds
Both medications are FDA-approved for people with Type 2 diabetes.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Tips to maintain weight loss after taking medication
"GMA" looks at what to do after you reach your goal when taking medication for weight loss such as Ozempic or Wegovy.
6 months ago
6 months ago
What to know about how weight loss drugs can lower cancer risk
GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic may help lower the risk of certain cancers.
6 months ago
6 months ago
New study finds weight loss drugs could reduce risks for some cancers
ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down a new study which shows GLP1 weight loss medications could potentially cut the risks of certain cancers.
6 months ago
6 months ago
New study suggest weight loss drugs may help lower risk of certain cancers
ABC News’ medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton reports on the new study that suggest weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may help lower risk of certain cancers.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Can a drug used for weight loss help sleep apnea?
ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton talks about how drugs commonly used for weight loss could help those suffering from sleep apnea.
6 months ago
6 months ago
As use of drugs for weight loss spikes among teens, data show girls use them the most
Prescriptions for GLP-1 weight loss medications for young people rose from 8,000 to more than 60,000 between 2020 and 2023.
6 months ago
6 months ago
New study on drugs used for weight loss and counterfeit concerns
ABC News’ medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton reports on the latest health headlines involving popular drugs used for weight loss.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Eli Lilly issues warning about potentially counterfeit weight loss drugs
In an open letter, Eli Lilly and Company, the maker of Mounjaro and Zepbound, says it's concerned about the dangers of fake and compounded versions of the popular drugs being sold online.
6 months ago