FDA warns of rare vision-loss side effect from GLP-1 drugs

The Food and Drug Administration is adding a new warning about possible rare cases of vision loss reported with GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and other brands.

• Nov 9

Doctors advise pregnant not to take GLP-1 drugs while pregnant

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, women should stop taking the weight-loss drug one to two months before conception. Doctors say that because the drugs reduce appetite, women may not consume enough nutrients for the baby.

• Oct 26

Can taking weight-loss drugs help you get hired? Yes, if you're a woman.

Going on GLP-1 drugs significantly boosted unemployed women's chances of finding a job, according to a Harvard economist.

• Aug 14

Some very young children are now using GLP-1 medications

Some very young Childhood obesity rates have soared to record highs since the pandemic.

• Jun 23

Bridal stores implementing waivers for those taking GLP-1 weight loss drugs

According to a Wall Street Journal report, specialty stores are struggling to keep up with brides' fluctuating sizes, causing expensive alterations to wedding dresses when brides lose weight.

• Apr 28