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GLP-1s are medications that mimic a natural hormone in the body that helps to regulate blood sugar levels and appetite

In 2025 we saw label expansions for semaglutide and tirzepatide, underscoring a trend toward whole-body health

Gastric ultrasound identifies increased residual gastric contents in patients on GLP-1 receptor agonists, showing that shorter drug withholding and fasting times are linked to higher aspiration risk before anesthesia.

The company has a big opportunity to serve needle-phobic patients.

Learn what GLP-1 medications are, how they work, and which conditions they are used to treat.