Oncobesity News Posts

Semaglutide Shows Major Benefits in PAD: STRIDE
The GLP-1 agonist has shown convincing benefits in yet another population, patients with peripheral arterial disease, in a practice-changing trial, according to experts. Medscape Medical

Will Using Semaglutide Increase Your Risk of Thyroid Cancer?
New research shows GLP1-RA medications do not increase thyroid cancer risk, reassuring users and clinicians. A new study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Thyroid, the
I lost 10 and a half stone on Mounjaro – people said I’d ‘always be a bigger girl’ but it’s totally changed my life
A MOTHER has revealed that she has lost 10 and a half stone after using Mounjaro. Becca Banks, a mum-of-one from the UK, confirmed that
Most Older Adults Say Medicare And Other Insurance Should Cover Obesity Drugs
A large majority of older Americans feel that health insurance – including Medicare – should cover anti-obesity medications, according to a new University of Michigan
Conagra Brands, Inc. (CAG): Jim Cramer’s Frozen Food Aisle Is Buzzing Again
We recently published a list of Was Jim Cramer’s Call Right on These 10 Stocks? In this article, we are going to take a look
Novo Nordisk’s diabetes pill slashes risk of cardiovascular complications by 14% after four years – CNBC
Novo Nordisk’s diabetes pill slashes risk of cardiovascular complications by 14% after four years CNBC Semaglutide, or Ozempic, reduces symptoms of feared diabetes’ complication, study finds The
Dr. McCullough Weighs In: The History & Future of GLP-1s
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I was on fat jabs for 2 years & dropped over 8 stone – people said I would regret it & now trolls say I look ‘two thin’
A MOTHER has revealed that she lost over eight stone after using fat jabs for two years. Bridget claimed that everyone said she would regret
Viemed Healthcare, Inc. (VMD): A Bull Case Theory
We came across a bullish thesis on Viemed Healthcare, Inc. (VMD) on Substack by Petty Cash. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on VMD.
GLP-1 Drugs Effectiveness Reduced by Neurons That Control Overeating
Understanding the role of the brain in hedonic eating—the act of eating for pleasure rather than for physiological need—has been a popular endeavor. Researchers at
Novo inks $1B biobucks Lexicon obesity deal after seeing preclinical prospect shine with semaglutide
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals’ pursuit of the last word in obesity candidates has attracted Novo Nordisk. The Danish drugmaker is betting $75 million in upfront and near-term
Semaglutide Use Linked to Risk for Vision Loss in Diabetes
Patients with diabetes who take semaglutide are at increased risk for NAION compared with patients who do not use GLP-1 RAs to control their blood
Two‐pronged approach: Therapeutic effect of biological scaffold combined with immune intervention and β‐cell replacement on type 1 diabetic mice
Abstract Aims Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is an autoimmune disease characterized by β-cell damage and absolute insulin deficiency. We consider combining immune intervention and
Defective lymphatic vasculature in obesity
Summary Lymphedema is an important, and often underdiagnosed complication of obesity and is likely due to acquired defects in the lymphatic vasculature. Study of diet-induced
Collective Health, Noom Health partner for weight management
The partnership will give customers easy access to GLP-1 class drugs and other anti-obesity medications.
Senate Republican questions FDA chief on counterfeit weight loss drugs
Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) wants the Food and Drug Administration to look into foreign-made active pharmaceutical ingredients he says are being included online weight loss
Coaching Boosts GLP-1 Effectiveness in Managing Weight Loss
Regaining weight after discontinuing GLP-1s is common, but ongoing coaching can help support patients to maintain their weight loss. Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology
New Frontiers at ACC Meeting: Semaglutide, INOCA, & More
(MedPage Today) — CHICAGO — Coming this weekend, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual conference will feature research exploring new frontiers for GLP-1 drugs
VKTX Finishes Enrolment in Mid-Stage Study on Oral Weight-Loss Drug
Viking Therapeutics VKTX announced that it has completed enrolling study participants in the phase II VENTURE-Oral Dosing study, which is evaluating the safety and efficacy
Beyond GLP-1 Drugs: This Opportunity at Eli Lilly Could Surprise Everyone in 2025
Over the last couple of years, the pharmaceutical sector has captivated investors thanks in large part to novel medications used to treat chronic weight management
Ozempic Will Soon Be a Thing of the Past: Meet the Next Generation of Weight Loss Drugs
Many pharmaceutical companies and laboratories have been working for months to replicate the success of drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound. These medications are
Makary’s FDA Has Options In Industry Fight Over Weight Loss Drugs
Americans pay far more for GLP-1 drugs than citizens in other wealthy countries. If Dr. Makary, the new FDA Commissioner, wants to change this, he
AI-Driven Efficient De Novo design of GLP-1RAs with Extended Half-Life and Enhanced Efficacy
Peptide drug has revolutionized modern therapeutics, offering novel treatment avenues for various diseases. However, low efficacy, time consumption, and high cost hinder peptide drug design
Report: Traditional Drug Costs Outpace Specialty Due to GLP-1 Demand
The annual growth rate of spending for traditional drugs increased from 2.1% in 2021 to 12.8% in 2024, according to Evernorth Research Institute. The post
GLP-1 drugs are only the start – the powerful drugs to expect next
The race is under way to make faster, cheaper and better GLP-1 drugs that will go beyond reducing obesity levels to treating some of our
Cheaper and More Effective: New MIT Breakthrough Could Improve Popular Weight Loss Drugs Such As Ozempic
MIT scientists have created a method to “paint” GLP-1 drugs onto antibodies inside the body, achieving longer-lasting effects with smaller doses. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor
Mice Lose Interest in High-Fat Diet Due to Declining Neurotensin
The pleasure we get from eating junk food—the dopamine rush—is often blamed as the cause of overeating and rising obesity rates in our society. But
6 GLP-1 updates
Four blockbuster GLP-1 medications are expected to be among the 10 best-selling drugs in 2026, accounting for $66.8 billion in global sales, according to market
Genetic mutations in GLP-1/Notch pathway reveal distinct mechanisms of Notch signaling in germline stem cell regulation
The Notch signaling pathway is crucial for germline stem cell (GSC) regulation in C. elegans, yet the molecular and biological consequences of GLP-1/Notch mutations remain
Affirm Expands Market Reach With J.P. Morgan Payments and FuturHealth
Affirm Holdings, Inc. AFRM is expanding its payment solutions with two major partnerships: one with JPMorgan Chase & Co. JPM Payments and a new integration
Why exercise is more important than ever when taking weight-loss drugs
GLP-1 drugs have revolutionised the treatment of obesity, but the very reason they are effective is also why it’s vital to prioritise exercise when taking
Collective Health, Noom Health Offer Integrated GLP-1 Weight Management Solution
What You Should Know: – Collective Health, a leader in employee health benefits, and Noom Health, the enterprise division of digital healthcare leader Noom announced
Microdosing GLP-1 drugs is on the rise – but does it work?
There are many claims about the benefits of microdosing weight-loss drugs, from anti-inflammatory effects to extending longevity. Do any of them stack up?
What do GLP-1 drugs really tell us about the brain’s reward system?
Anecdotal reports suggest drugs like Ozempic may curb not just appetite but also impulsive or addictive behaviour, hinting at links between metabolic health and our
Study links Wegovy to increased hair loss risk
A new study from the University of British Columbia says an ingredient used in popular weight loss drugs could have side effects linked to hair
Which Side Will Makary Take In The Fight Over Weight Loss Drugs?
Billions of dollars in annual revenue and the health of millions of patients are at stake in a drug industry battle over who can make
The United Laboratories and Novo Nordisk Announce Exclusive License Agreement for UBT251, a GLP-1/GIP/Glucagon Triple Receptor Agonist
Guangdong, China and Bagsværd, Denmark, 24 March 2025 –The United Laboratories International Holdings Limited (TUL) and Novo Nordisk A/S (Novo Nordisk) today announced that Novo
Report shows increased pharma innovation despite rising R&D costs
The obesity market is driving pharma’s return on investment (ROI) upward, with the projected return rising to 5.9% overall in 2024, but only reaching 3.8%
Starving Cancer Cells Where They Live
I’ve been meaning to write about this paper, although it’s not exactly medicinal chemistry (!) But it is a really novel – and rather daring