The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has proposed a rule expanding Medicare and Medicaid patients’ access to anti-obesity drugs such as GLP-1s.
Axios Visuals The number of prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs jumped roughly 10% in 2024, according to insurance claims data provided to Axios by health analytics company PurpleLab. Why it matters: The ...
Anti-obesity medications are often used to help people who have tried and not been able to lose enough weight through exercise and dietary changes. Obesity is a widespread issue affecting over 40% ...
Use of anti-obesity drugs, including GLP-1RAs, was associated with reduced alcohol consumption among participants in a telehealth weight management program. Anti-obesity medication (AOM) initiation is ...