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Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy Approved For Heart Health Under Medicare Despite

Wegovy Now Available to 180 Million Obese in China at $194, Also Not Covered by Insurance

Novo Nordisk launches Wegovy in China, offering an effective weight-loss solution for about 180 million obese Chinese population, though not covered by insurance.


Drugmaker Eli Lilly Files Lawsuits Against Medical Spas Selling Fake Weight Loss Drugs

Eli Lilly is suing medical spas and vendors for selling unapproved, fake weight-loss products containing their active ingredient, tirzepatide.

Weight Loss Drugs Users 33% Less Likely to Die From Covid-19, Study Reveals

A new study reveals that semaglutide, a key ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, reduces the risk of dying from Covid-19 by 33%, [otentially boosting its market value.

Eli Lilly Takes Action Against Counterfeit Weight Loss Drugs With New, Affordable Zepbound

Eli Lilly is launching a lower-priced version of its weight loss drug Zepbound to increase access and combat counterfeit versions.


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Weight loss drugs like Ozempic are driving a surge in demand for smaller clothing sizes, with retailers seeing more customers embracing more "body-hugging" styles.
Michigan Insurer Drops Coverage for Weight-Loss Drugs Amid Cost Concerns
Michigan discontinues coverage for Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly's weight-loss drugs, impacting thousands, citing cost-effectiveness concerns.
Obesity Drug Wegovy Reduces Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke, Despite Not Contributing Much to Patient’s Weight Loss, Study Finds
Researchers have discovered that anti-obesity injections may significantly decrease the likelihood of heart attacks, strokes, or heart failure in individuals who are obese, regardless of the amount of weight they shed while taking the medication.
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Novo Nordisk exceeded profit expectations in Q1 2024 with a 28% surge in net profit, driven by Wegovy's success.
Danone's CEO dismisses worries over weight loss drugs and sees potential for healthier food demand, with analysts suggesting Danone and Nestle as favorable investments.
Oprah Winfrey's announcement that she was leaving WeightWatchers International, Inc.'s board has made the company's shares tumbling.
Mila Kunis has been reported to be saving her flatlining career by losing too much weight. However, reports denied the issue stating that Kunis is actually trying out on producing and has an upcoming film, as well as staying fit in a healthy way.
There has been a long standing debate whether eating breakfast can really make any difference. Some say it is good for weight loss while others says it is just a good habit to eat breakfast to prevent binging all day. Whereas it does not necessarily ensure weight loss, skipping the first meal of the day may not be a good idea in the long run according to recent study. Allotting a few minutes to consume food in the morning can be a good lifestyle habit.
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