GLP-1 therapy is designed to support long-term metabolic health and weight management
And, just like last quarter, insurers with a focus on pharmacy and specialty services, such as Cigna and CVS Health, continue to benefit from strong specialty pharmacy growth, which helped offset some of the pressures elsewhere
As a precaution, the FDA warns patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) should avoid using any brand containing Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, or Rybelsus)
This helps reduce calorie intake, which leads to weight loss
These cells play a crucial role in surfactant production and alveolar repair, and rely on glycolysis and oxidative phosphorylation for energy, with enhanced lipid metabolism to synthesize surfactant and support cellular repair