Study reveals key weight loss factors for those prescribed GLP-1 RA medications … Poll says cannabis use on the rise among older adults … Sleep apnea treatment in older adults shown to reduce cardiovascular...
Hydrogel could lead to monthly — not weekly — semaglutide shot
By
Kristen Fischer
Sep 09, 2024
People taking semaglutide for type 2 diabetes and/or weight control could have to take the medication just once a month, thanks to development of a monthly shot that contains a hydrogel.
Older adults shed 7 pounds in less than 16 weeks on digital health platform, study shows
By
Kristen Fischer
May 30, 2024
A digital behavior change program that can be completed remotely helped older adults lose weight, a new study shows.
Nursing homes weigh pros, cons of new weight loss drugs as limited Medicare coverage kicks in
By
Kimberly Marselas
Apr 22, 2024
A recent decision by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to cover popular new weight loss drugs that provide additional health benefits could be a “game changer” for potentially thousands...
Medicare, Medicaid to cover weight loss drug for heart disease risk
By
John Roszkowski
Mar 25, 2024
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services disclosed last week it will provide coverage for the popular weight loss drug Wegovy for patients at high risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, March 19
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 19, 2024
Flu still elevated in US while COVID-19, RSV declining … Test could prevent drug interactions … Medicare gaps keep weight loss drugs from older adults … Social frailty linked to pneumococcal infections...
Clinical briefs for Friday, Jan. 26
By
Kristen Fischer
Jan 26, 2024
Exam can spot glaucoma risk in primary angle-closure suspect patients … Heart organization announces $7.8M for “food is medicine” research … Researchers eye gene in heart failure that may guide...
Clinical briefs for Wednesday, Dec. 6
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 06, 2023
Alzheimer’s blood test could be for sale in 2024 … Brain stimulation could aid cognitive powers in people with Alzheimer’s disease … Eye scans could spot kidney issues … Overweight, obese people...
Older women who maintain stable weight more likely to live longer, study finds
By
John Roszkowski
Aug 30, 2023
Older women who maintain a stable body weight after the age of 60 are more likely to live into their 90s than women who experience significant weight loss as they age, according to a new study.
Clinical briefs for Wednesday, Aug. 9
By
Kristen Fischer
Aug 09, 2023
This protein is linked to higher death risk … More air pollution, more mental health service usage in people with dementia … Wegovy lowers cardiovascular risk … Eating legumes can reduce Parkinson’s...