The benefits of taking GLP-1 agonists seem to outweigh the risks, at least when taken for approved uses, according to an assessment of how the drugs affect 175 conditions

Researchers took drugs currently used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity and looked into how they affect 175 conditions. They found people taking the jabs were less likely to develop health problems like psychotic disorders, heart disease and dementia.

Federal officials are targeting the blockbuster drugs as part of their ongoing initiative to lower drug costs.

A class of drugs designed to fight diabetes and weight loss can help with a host of other problems, but also carry some side effects.

The newest weight-loss drugs, Wegovy and Zepbound, are incredibly popular. But doctors are still learning about all of the ways they affect the body—both helpful and harmful—beyond reducing weight. In report published in Nature Medicine,

A new study published in the Nature Medicine monthly journal highlights the benefits and risks of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. Positives include reduced risks of infections and cardiac arrest,

A new study found that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic can lower your risk for 42 conditions, including dementia. Here's what to know, per a neurologist.

The study revealed that weight-loss drugs significantly benefit neurological and behavioral health, including decreased risks of addiction.