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NEW DELHI: The Centre has issued a detailed advisory on the use, risks and regulation of GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, as their popularity grows for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity.According to PIB, these drugs, commonly prescribed to regulate blood sugar and aid weight loss—must be used strictly under medical supervision due to potential side…
NEW DELHI: The Drugs Controller of India is intensifying its regulatory surveillance against the illegal sale and promotion of weight loss drugs (GLP-1), the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Tuesday.According to the ministry, the move aims to ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices across the drug supply chain.“With the recent introduction of multiple generic…
Oprah Winfrey turned heads at Paris Fashion Week with her stunning new look, featuring a noticeably slimmer silhouette that has set social media abuzz. Her remarkable transformation, linked to GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, has reignited debates surrounding celebrity weight loss journeys and the impact of cosmetic enhancements, captivating fans and critics alike across the…
This week, the World Health Organization entered a new arena with its first global guideline on GLP-1 therapies for obesity treatment. Released on December 1, 2025, the document conditionally recommends drugs like semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher-but only as part of a lifelong plan that pairs them…
In homes across the United States, the clatter of roasting tins, pie dishes and carving knives is colliding with a very modern dilemma. Millions of Americans now taking GLP-1 weight loss drugs are discovering that Thanksgiving feels different, and many are quietly deciding to skip or delay their weekly injection so they can sit down…
The blockbuster injections that began life as humble diabetes medications have rapidly evolved into one of modern medicine’s most surprising success stories. First they reshaped weight-loss treatment, then proved capable of protecting the heart, and now, according to a recent report by the Washington Post, these same GLP-1 drugs may be taking aim at one…
Some revolutions don’t start with flags or hashtags. They start with a needle. No this isn’t a Danny Boyle reference to Trainspotting, the heroin classic that was cinematic perfection before Ewan McGregor graduated to become Obi-Wan Kenobi. But, America’s latest cultural export isn’t a Marvel sequel or a TikTok trend — it’s a syringe. Across…
GLP-1 weight loss drugs are emerging as a powerful solution for Americans struggling with obesity. Beyond helping people shed pounds, these medications may also improve overall health and extend life expectancy. Researchers project that GLP-1 drugs could reduce all-cause mortality by 6.4% in the U.S. by 2045. By controlling appetite, regulating blood sugar, and reducing…
