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Ozempic and the new weight-loss economy

Convergence of technology and medicine holds potential to deliver more accurate outcomes, preserve muscle mass and reduce side effects—while giving rise to a rapidly expanding market worth hundreds of billions of dollars

Dr. Merav Mor | 04.05.25

ריבלסוס "אוזמפיק בכדור" מתוצרת נובו נורדיסק

Ozempic pills match injectables in reducing heart attacks and strokes for diabetics, study finds

Rybelsus slashes cardiovascular risks by 14% in type 2 diabetes patients, challenging injectable dominance and fueling Novo Nordisk’s bid to expand its market amid rising competition

Oren Rice | 03.31.25

Selena Gomez faces both praise and criticism over weight loss at SAG Awards

SAG Awards red carpet reignites debate over celebrity weight loss, with stars like Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande and Demi Moore facing scrutiny; social media users speculated about Ozempic use, while Kathy Bates defends weight loss journey as hard-earned

Omer Daniel | 02.25.25

Do thin people have more willpower? Oprah thinks not

Star host speaks to obesity expert on her use of drugs to fight her overweight, says only after starting GLP-1 was did she realize others don't think of food all the time and eat when they are hungray while she is struggling with a disease

Inbal Hananel | 01.24.25

Breakthrough in nephrology: Ozempic slows kidney disease progression by 24%

Ozempic, known for weight loss and diabetes care, now EU-approved to cut kidney disease risk in type 2 diabetes; studies show it slows kidney disease by 24%, reduces mortality by 20% and lowers heart attack and stroke risks

Tzur Gueta | 12.16.24

Counterfeit diabetes, weight-loss drugs raise alarm after series of fatalities

Reports indicate 10 deaths and over 100 hospitalizations may be linked to counterfeit semaglutide, found in knockoffs of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic; manufacturer warns unregulated versions, not FDA-approved, could endanger public health

Tzur Gueta | 11.09.24

Israeli weight loss pill makes history with FDA approval

The Israeli Epitomee pharmaceutical company receives FDA approval for new weight loss pill which expands in the stomach and does not contain an active agent; Will the Israeli pill sway the market?

Dr. Lior Neuman | 09.26.24

A new weight loss injection is coming to Israel

Eli Lilly announces it's new Mounjaro injection will be avaliable in the country from September 15, but how effective is it and how does it compare to Ozempic?

Ron Crissy | 09.12.24

Ozempic and Wegovy weight-loss shots may slow aging, research reveals

Studies show individuals who took these drugs had a lower mortality rate from all causes, including Alzheimer's disease and even cancer; Additionally, the studies highlight a significant reduction in the risk of death from COVID-19 among those using these medications

Oren Ries | 09.02.24

Yogurt makers see US sales rise, driven by weight-loss drugs revolution

Ozempic revolution negatively impacts market value of food and drink companies while creating opportunities for those offering low-sugar, high-protein and nutrient-rich products

Ynetnews | 06.27.24

Clothing retailers say weight-loss drugs created unprecedented demand for smaller sizes in US

Retailers, like Rent the Runway, Amarra and Lafayette 148, experiencing unprecedented demand for smaller sizes, with customers experimenting with new, more body-hugging and risqué styles after weight loss

Ynetnews | 06.18.24

As analysts forecast weight-loss drug market boom, counterfeits becoming real-world problem

Patients resorting to obtaining discounted medications from unknown sources, posing risks of counterfeit or substandard drugs

Ynetnews | 06.05.24

Ozempic found to reduce kidney disease risk and death in diabetes patients

Novo Nordisk and rival Eli Lilly aim to expand insurance coverage of their weight-loss drugs, including Ozempic, by demonstrating additional medical benefits

Ynetnews | 05.28.24

Ozempic will no longer be prescribed for weight loss, Health Ministry orders

Now that the drug Wegovy has been introduced for treating obesity, Ozempic should only be prescribed for the treatment of diabetes; Neither drug is covered for treating obesity, however, and Wegovy is 2-3 times more expensive

Adir Yanko | 04.12.24

Are weight loss injections indirectly linked to fertility?

An article titled 'Ozempic Babies' in People magazine featured stories of women who unexpectedly conceived while using the weight loss injection, some of whom had struggled with infertility for years and others who were on birth control pills; Has a potent solution to fertility issues been discovered? Yes... and no

Ifat Manhardt | 04.08.24