Just two years later, in 2024, prescriptions cost the state $650 million, and were projected to double this year
Zo is particularly interested in improving public understanding of obesity as a chronic condition and ensuring patients have access to accurate, accessible health information grounded in current scientific evidence
The conversation explores how GLP-1 receptor agonists, have evolved into powerful medications
For people with type 2 diabetes, blood sugar control typically improves or at least maintains during the switch
It functions by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels and appetite
More stable blood sugar can help reduce spikes and crashes that affect hunger and energy