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Several people have messaged the GLP-1 Newsroom recently about planning vacations and asking, "Can I travel with Ozempic/Zepbound?" or another GLP-1. The answer is a resounding, yes. Whether you’re jetting off for a beach vacation or hitting the road to visit family, traveling with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound requires a little planning—but it’s totally doable.

You may have seen the headlines about Eli Lilly’s orforglipron outperforming Novo Nordisk’s oral semaglutide. On the surface, it sounds...

The FDA just gave the green light for Wegovy (semaglutide) to treat metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) in adults with moderate...

As a Zepbound user, I'm what they call a "super responder." In six months, I lost about 100 pounds. Now, there are tests under a science...

GLP-1s like Wegovy and Zepbound exploded onto the health scene in the past few years. The injectable meds make a big health difference in...

Can drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide cause pancreatitis? Yes, they can. That part isn’t in dispute. It’s listed in the official prescribing info from both Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. But what dramatic headlines don’t tell you is that the actual risk is low, and there’s a ton of context missing.

On June 17, 2025, the announcement of a partnership between 9amHealth and Mark Cuban's Cost Plus crossed the news wires. The news release reads, in part, "This collaboration brings together Cost Plus Drugs' groundbreaking transparent pricing model and 9amHealth's high-touch, at a time where patient demand and rising medical costs have come to a head."

It looked like clickbait. An article about man noticing at least an inch or more length in their penis after losing weight on GLP-1s like Ozempic. In fact, it's now nicknamed Ozempic Penis or (my favorite) OzemDick. Could a weight loss medication also contribute to male enhancement?

We keep hearing that GLP-1s are changing the way Americans eat, but most coverage still treats the average user like a faceless calorie counter. That’s not the story. New research from IFF breaks down the GLP-1 diet trends.

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Zepbound are best known for helping with blood sugar and weight, but researchers are starting to...

MAY 30, 2025 — New GLP-1 diet and lifestyle guidelines are poised to help first-time users navigate the real work that comes after the...

If you’re using Ozempic or another GLP-1 medication and your mouth feels like a desert, it’s not just in your head. "Ozempic teeth" has...

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide have reshaped the way we talk about weight loss. People who’ve struggled for years are finally seeing results, but the risk of losing muscle mass is real. Could bimagrumab be the medication that solves this GLP-1 challenge?

How GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Affect Contraceptive Effectiveness—and What to Do About It If you’re on or considering a GLP-1 medication...

If you've ever felt judged at the doctor's office, this is the update you've been waiting for. How healthcare professionals talk about...

This question comes from one of the GLP-1 Newsroom readers. She wants to start back up on Ozempic after she gives birth, but can she take Ozempic while breastfeeding? I decided to do some digging and get all the information in one place to help other moms-to-be looking to rejoin their health program as soon as it is safe for momma and baby.

Maybe you’ve heard of Ozempic or Zepbound in passing—on the news, in a group chat, or from a coworker who “just isn’t hungry anymore.”...

You’ve probably heard the term metabolic syndrome tossed around lately—on wellness podcasts, in doctors’ offices, even on TikTok. It sounds serious (it is), but also vague (it kind of is). Is it diabetes? A slow metabolism? Is it just another name for being overweight? Not exactly. In this article, we'll explore what metabolic syndrome is, its risk factors

You can't turn a corner or scroll a social media site without seeing an ad or a post about someone taking GLP-1 meds like Ozempic or Wegovy. Most research shows one in eight people have tried them or is currently on them. Now, a new GLP-1 map shows a state-by-state breakdown of how many people are using these medications.

The way people eat is changing—and it’s not just another wellness trend. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Zepbound are rewriting the...