"Diabetes and obesity are big things that we should be treating, the downstream cost of care is huge," said Timothy Law, chief medical officer for Highmark, on a GLP-1 panel at AHIP
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Note: GLP-1 receptor agonists may not appear on the provincial electronic record in provinces where these medications are not covered
[00:20:47] Emily Field: The research points to three major strategies, fuel the body with enough protein, challenge the body with strength training, and make sure the pace of weight loss is something your body can actually support, because together those are the signals that tell your body to keep the muscle
What to Do If You Experience Severe Symptoms While Taking a GLP-1 Medication Anyone taking Ozempic, Wegovy, or another GLP-1 medication should seek immediate medical attention if they experience severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, extreme constipation, or other concerning symptoms
