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GLP-1 Drugs Revolutionizing Weight and Health | Mesa News

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are revolutionizing weight loss and chronic disease prevention, with 11% of adults now using them—up from just 3% two years ago. Awareness has skyrocketed, with 91% of people now familiar with these medications, a trend fueled by FDA approvals. Public health is seeing real shifts: the adult obesity rate has dropped from nearly 40% to 36%, while diabetes diagnoses have stabilized since 2023. Most users still rely on brand-name versions (68%), but compounded alternatives (19%) are gaining traction for affordability. Whether you’re on brand or compounded, the…

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