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GLP-1 medication
Coverage of GLP-1 medication in the Nexus archive.
- Zepbound helped me lose 18% of my body weight. I wish I didn't feel the need to apologize for it.
The author details her weight loss journey after starting Zepbound, a GLP-1 medication also known as tirzepatide. She lost 30 pounds, representing about 18% of her body weight, which greatly improved chronic pain in her feet and knees. Despite the success, she notes the social stigma and feeling that apologizing for improving one's health is strange.
- Women's Health Wednesday: GLP-1 medication and heart health benefits
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, with risk increasing during menopause and weight gain. GLP-1 medications, used for weight loss, show additional heart health benefits according to new research.
- Trouble getting weight loss drugs covered by insurance? Here's what to know
The article discusses options available when insurance does not cover GLP-1 medications prescribed for weight loss by a doctor.