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Doctors are seeing a surprising possible side effect of weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy: a diminished craving for alcohol. Janet Shamlian reports.
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New study on weight loss drug Wegovy
A new study published in the The New England Journal of Medicine by the maker of the popular weight loss drug Wegovy finds the medication could lower the risk of serious and even deadly heart problems by 20%. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss.
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FDA issues warning about fake Ozempic
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Poison centers see spike weight-loss drug calls
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FDA approves new weight loss drug Zepbound
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FDA approves a new weight loss drug, Zepbound from Eli Lilly
The medication, tirzepatide, was previously approved as Mounjaro for diabetes and will now be marketed as Zepbound for weight loss.
How weight loss drugs may impact spending
The popularity of like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss may already be impacting consumption habits by helping consumers suppress their appetite. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo reports the hunger suppressors also have the potential to boost demand for healthier foods and activities like going to the gym.
Ozempic, Wegovy may cause stomach problems
Popular weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have been linked to an increased risk of severe stomach problems, including pancreatitis and stomach paralysis. CBS News' Elaine Quijano reports on the new JAMA study.
Is your Ozempic pen fake? Group warns of counterfeit weight loss drugs
The warning about scams comes as sales have boomed for Ozempic, Wegovy and other drugs used for weight loss.
FDA updates Ozempic label with potential blocked intestines side effect
The FDA stopped short of saying the potentially life-threatening condition was caused by the drugs, which have become popular for weight loss.
Are morning workouts better for weight loss?
Medical weight loss physician Dr. Sue Decotiis told CBS News that the best exercise is whatever fits your schedule.
Weight-loss drugs may raise risk of complications under anesthesia
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Wegovy cuts risks of serious heart problems, new study shows
The risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular death dropped significantly in patients that took the new weight-loss drug over a five-year period.
Wegovy may cut cardiovascular risk
The maker of diabetes and weight loss medication Wegovy said a trial found that the drug can also cut the risk of cardiovascular disease by 20%.
Study: Wegovy cuts heart attack, stroke risk
A new study shows the popular weight loss drug Wegovy can also reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke by 20%. That's according to a not yet peer-reviewed clinical trial performed by drugmaker Novo Nordisk that studied more than 17,000 non-diabetic adults with heart disease who were obese or overweight. Cardiologist Dr. Ernst von Schwarz joins CBS News to discuss the significance of the findings.
Ozempic, Mounjaro makers sued over "stomach paralysis" claims
A personal injury law firm filed a suit against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., the manufacturers of Ozempic and Mounjaro.
Weight loss drug makers facing lawsuit
The makers of Ozempic and Mounjaro, drugs used for both weight loss and diabetes management, are facing a lawsuit claiming the medications can cause "stomach paralysis." Janet Shamlian reports.
Weight loss drugs and mental health
The European Medicines Agency is broadening its investigation into a class of popular weight loss and diabetes drugs after patients in Iceland reported thoughts of self-harm and suicide after taking Ozempic and Saxenda. Dr. Celine Gounder. editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News and a CBS News medical contributor, has more.
Ozempic side effects could lead to hospitalization; long-term impacts unknown
Shedding pounds isn't the only change patients might experience.
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