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Ozempic’s slimming effects have made it a viral sensation, but this diabetes drug comes with risks that go beyond nausea.

Obesity remains one of Singapore’s most neglected heart risk factors, despite its proven link to cardiovascular disease. With stigma and policy lagging behind science, experts argue for urgent, systemic change.

Want to understand how medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and even retatrutide work? We break down the hormone pathways – GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon – driving fat loss.

Novo Nordisk launches Wegovy in China, targeting the country’s 180 million people with obesity. Priced at ¥1,400 ($192 USD) per starter dose, it faces accessibility challenges as it’s not covered by national insurance. The move heightens competition with Eli Lilly.

Breakthrough Trial Suggests GLP-1 Drugs Could Slow Alzheimer’s Progression Researchers have discovered that GLP-1 drugs, like liraglutide, may slow cognitive…

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The cosmetic consequences of using the diabetes medication Ozempic for off-label weight loss are becoming increasingly visible. Dubbed “Ozempic face,” this phenomenon describes the rapid ageing and sagging of facial skin seen in some users.

As the world shifts its focus from the immediate threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, another health concern, often silent but equally impactful, is gaining prominence. Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), recognised as the “silent epidemic,” has emerged as a significant global health issue, affecting an estimated 38% of the world’s population.

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