Currently, about 8,000 deaths are being averted [because of the GLP-1 medications], Galvani said
A spokesperson for Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk said GLP-1 drugs 'are a well-established class of medicines, which have been studied rigorously in clinical trials and patient safety is of the utmost importance'
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Clinical trials show that adults over 60 experience similar appetite suppression and weight loss patterns as younger populations when using semaglutide, though individual responses depend on genetics, baseline metabolism, and overall health
Future Availability: While currently investigational, it is expected to seek FDA approval in late 2026 or early 2027
Mail-order Pharmacies: There are mail-order pharmacy services that can deliver medications, including semaglutide, directly to your to home in PA