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Adiposity before age 60 to 64 years, beginning as early as age 20 years, was associated with adverse cardiac structure and function not explained by current BMI.
The oral GLP-1 RA was associated with weight loss of 7.3% in just 4 weeks and is designed with unique properties that will enhance multiple outcomes, Roche said.
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Tirzepatide-treated participants were 3 times more likely than those treated with semaglutide to reach weight loss of 15% or greater, the head-to-head study found.
GLP-1RAs were associated with a significantly reduced risk of obesity-associated cancers including gallbladder cancer, pancreatic cancer, and meningioma.
The preserved bone mass observed in participants taking liraglutide and exercising was seen despite weight reduction levels similar to outcomes with semaglutide and tirzepatide.
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ADA 2024. Adults with OSA and obesity receiving tirzepatide had improvements in sleep apnea severity and systolic blood pressure compared to placebo.