Oncobesity News Posts

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
I lost half my weight on fat jabs – being skinny is great but ‘Ozempic butt’ is a real side effect
A WOMAN has revealed the bizarre side effect of taking fat loss injections. Amy Kane lost 11 stone with the weight loss drug and is
Affirm + FuturHealth Partner to Make GLP-1 Medications More Accessible with Flexible Payment Options
What You Should Know: – FuturHealth, a provider of personalized weight-loss solutions partners with Affirm, the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive
Pharma R&D Returns Surge in 2024, Driven by GLP-1 Therapies, Despite Rising Costs
What You Should Know: – The pharmaceutical research and development (R&D) sector is experiencing a significant upswing, with projected returns on investment climbing to 5.9%
Study Identifies Benefits and Risks of GLP-1 Drugs Across 175 Health Outcomes
A recent study published in Nature Medicine may provide valuable insights into the previously unreported benefits and risks of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist use
Are “copycat” compounded weight loss drugs safe?
In the UK more than 3 in every 1000 people are taking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist drugs, says Kevin McCarroll, consultant physician and geriatrician at
FuturHealth Launches Affirm to Offer a Flexible, Transparent Way to Pay Over Time for GLP-1 …
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This Company Has a Sweet Pitch: A Healthier Cookie That May Even Help You Lose Weight
With GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic all the rage, ChipMonk Baking has created a cookie it says works a bit the same way.
GLP-1s outpace specialty drug spend for the first time: Report
GLP-1s are driving traditional drug spending in the U.S. to unprecedented levels, which now outpaces specialty drug spending for the first time, according to a
Novo Nordisk Expands Discounted Wegovy to All Cash-paying US Customers
Novo Nordisk said on Monday all eligible cash-paying customers in the United States can buy its weight-loss drug Wegovy at a discounted price of $499
The Novel Dual GIP and GLP‐1 Receptor Agonist Tirzepatide Attenuates Colon Cancer Development by Regulating Glucose Metabolism
Tirzepatide, a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist for diabetes, suppresses colorectal cancer growth by targeting glucose metabolism. It inhibits cancer cell proliferation, promotes apoptosis, and induces
GLP-1 RAs Unlikely to Increase Suicide Risk
Patients with diabetes or obesity receiving GLP-1 RAs are unlikely to experience an increase in the already low rates of suicide-related adverse events in clinical
Next-gen weight-loss drugs will be here within 12 months
It was only a matter of time until the GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy were superseded, and now it looks like we’ll
Amy Schumer Reveals the ‘Great’ Weight Loss Drug She’s Taking After Stopping Wegovy
Amy Schumer is keeping people updated on her health. The 43-year-old comedian informed fans about her experience with taking an alternative weight loss drug called
In a $2B deal, Novo licenses obesity drug from China’s United Bio
Building upon its already impressive obesity drug portfolio, Novo Nordisk A/S has licensed a triple agonist of the receptors for GLP-1, GIP and glucagon from
Will FDA deadlines reduce compounded versions of Ozempic?
With a FDA deadline set for March 26 to stop compounding versions of Zepbound, followed by restrictions on compounded Ozempic and Wegovy set for later
New Drug Delivery System Could Reduce GLP-1 Shortage and Make It More Efficient
Learn how chemists have invented a new technology to solve the shortage of GLP-1 medications by improving drug delivery.
I’m Whipping My Butt Back Into Shape This Spring With The Help Of Huel Black Edition Protein
Huel Black Edition protein I’ve been loving Huel’s Ready-To-Drinks, but that’s only half of what the Black Edition collection has to offer. Maybe you’re more
Novo Nordisk Bets $200M on Triple-Targeting Drug for Obesity and Other Metabolic Diseases
Novo Nordisk is licensing rights to a United Biotechnology drug that sparks metabolic effects by binding to and activating receptors for GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon.
Licensed Clinical Care Advocate
A company is looking for a Clinical Care Advocate to support patients by addressing inquiries and ensuring a seamless patient experience. Key Responsibilities Serve as
Novo Nordisk pens $2B deal for triple G agonist tied to 15% weight loss at 12 weeks
The candidate at the center of the deal, dubbed UBT251, is a triple agonist for glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon.
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about 23andMe bankruptcy filing, the case against ‘global freeloading,’ and more
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to another working week. We hope the weekend respite was relaxing and invigorating, because that oh-so-familiar routine of meetings, deadlines,
Novo Nordisk pays $200M upfront for China-based biotech’s triple-G obesity shot – Endpoints News
Novo Nordisk pays $200M upfront for China-based biotech’s triple-G obesity shot Endpoints News Novo Signs $2 Billion Deal With United Labs for Obesity Drug Bloomberg The United
The Return of Meat
Making America healthy again, it seems, starts with a double cheeseburger and fries. Earlier this month, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited a Steak
US Patent Office Grants Closed Loop Medicine Key Patents for Cardiometabolic Capabilities in GLP-1 and Direct Oral Anti-Coagulants (DOAC) Therapies
LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Closed Loop Medicine Ltd., a leader in AI-enabled precision medicines, today announced the expansion of its US patent portfolio. Strengthening its cardiometabolic treatment portfolio,