Pitt study could lead to new way to lose weight
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
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Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
In a Phase 3 trial, drugmaker Eli Lilly and Company said it's oral GLP-1 pill showed similar results to injectable weight loss options after a 72-week period.
You've probably seen the ads for GLP-1 drugs. It's a hormone that helps people lose weight, but the results are not one-size-fits-all all. Dr. Noor Khan, from UPMC, helped us understand more about this.
Drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic, which many use for weight loss, may also help patients suffering from addiction, according to a new study.
TikTok's latest wellness concoction is dubbed the "adrenal" or "cortisol cocktail," which users claim can reduce stress and even help with weight loss. We asked experts to weigh in.
The latest CDC survey found 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. were obese. A map shows the states with the highest and lowest rates.
Even if someone has gone through a healing process with body image or their relationship with food, these challenges can "last a lifetime," a licensed mental health counselor tells CBS News.
Vital Pursuit will include whole-grain bowls, protein pasta, sandwich melts and gluten-free options.
Talk Pittsburgh's Mikey Hood is going more in-depth with Dr. Anita Courcoulas, the chief of Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery at UPMC, on a new study on surgery and treatment.
If you're still working on your New Year's goal to lose weight, how you're structuring your workouts matters.
GLP-1 class medications reduce cardiovascular risk and treat diabetes. But they also allow people to lose an average of 10-20 percent of their body weight in the first year. What does that mean for the overweight or obese?
With all the food, drink, candy, and parties, it's easy to let go during the holidays, but it is avoidable while still enjoying it.
There have been drugs in the past meant for high blood pressure that turned out to help with ADHD and an Alzheimer's drug that helps with OCD. Now comes confirmation a weight loss drug can lower the risk of cardiac events.
There have been drugs in the past meant for high blood pressure that turned out to help with ADHD and an Alzheimer's drug that helps with OCD. Now comes confirmation a weight loss drug can lower the risk of cardiac events. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has more.
Swapping just 30 minutes of sitting for 30 minutes of sleeping each day lowered overall body mass by nearly one pound and cut about two-thirds of an inch from waistlines.
Swapping just 30 minutes of sitting for 30 minutes of sleeping each day lowered overall body mass by nearly one pound and cut about two-thirds of an inch from waistlines.
The medication, tirzepatide, was previously approved as Mounjaro for diabetes and will now be marketed as Zepbound for weight loss.
A personal injury law firm filed a suit against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., the manufacturers of Ozempic and Mounjaro.
Transformation videos highlighting crazy weight loss journeys are taking over social media.
Berberine is the latest supplement craze, gaining attention on social media as a "natural" weight loss option. Here's what to know, according to experts.
Host Heather Abraham is talking with Dr. Mehrshid Kiazand, an obesity specialist at UPMC, about the most trendy drug on the market right now, Ozempic, and why it's not necessarily a miracle weight loss treatment.
Host Heather Abraham is talking with Dr. Natalie Gentile, of Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh, about the toxic impact diet culture can have on your mental wellness.
Keith DiMarco was also recently charged with hiding cameras inside a home bathroom.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
High temperatures could return to the 80s on Wednesday.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Keith DiMarco was also recently charged with hiding cameras inside a home bathroom.
Chris "Block" Gordon, a popular TV personality and drag racer, was killed in a "devastating" crash at a raceway in Ohio, authorities said.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
High temperatures could return to the 80s on Wednesday.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Boaz loves cookies, so on his last day, we had Inside Out Cookie surprise him with lots of sweet treats.
Since Boaz loves making songs, producers Teddy and Maria made him a goodbye song for his last day.
The Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh brings its education ambassador, Vedder, for Boaz's last day.
Heather and David talk about their weekends, and Boaz joins them for his last day at KDKA.
Daisy visits The Frick Pittsburgh Museums & Gardens to check out their newest exhibition!
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Nick Gonzales led off the 12th inning with an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped their three-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
A Fayette County soccer organization is seeking help from the community after its soccer fields were vandalized.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Study habits can be a point of contention in the household as students go back to school.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Sammie Coates helped an Alabama high school football team win for the first time since 2015.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Talks between Iran and Oman on future management of the Strait of Hormuz are set to continue Tuesday. The two countries have negotiated for weeks over a new system to manage commercial shipping traffic through the vital waterway, with the notion of fees being imposed a recurring theme.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
