Effective diabetes management requires a shift from focusing purely on blood sugar levels and weight management medications to embracing the psychological and biological contributors that drive obesity and the disease.
Digital twin technology can serve as an effective complement to some of the exciting advancements occurring in the metabolic health space, such as new generations of continuous glucose monitors and a slew of GLP-1s, according to Lisa Shah, chief medical officer at Twin Health.
Employees who enjoy their benefits are more inclined to stay with their company. A 2025 Marsh McLennan Agency report said 73% of employees would remain if plan options were better.
Novo Holdings’ $16.5 billion planned acquisition of Catalent is facing another delay. Just weeks after Novo decided to resubmit its application to the FTC, the agency is seeking more information about the deal. This move has triggered a second 30-day delay in the antitrust review process.
Interest in using GLP-1 drugs to reduce obesity combined with a desire by physicians to become less dependent on insurance-based reimbursement after the recent Change Healthcare cyberattack is building.
By eliminating the term "obesity" in favor of person-centric language, we pave the way for a more equitable healthcare system that prioritizes the well-being of all individuals, regardless of their size or shape.
Omada's newly expanded GLP-1 Care Track provides tailored exercise plans, support for getting off of GLP-1s and calorie tracking. It also offers insight into who is responding to GLP-1s and who is engaging in Omada's program.
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A comprehensive approach to obesity management goes beyond prescribing medications for a quick fix.
The webinar, scheduled for March 6 at 2pm ET and sponsored by Build My Health, will discuss several topics related to weight management including: an overview of GLP-1 weight loss medication, automation in a subscription-based weight management program, and the rise of provider-to-consumer (PTC) models.
After Novo Holdings acquires Catalent, it will sell three of the contract manufacturing giant’s sites to Novo Nordisk. Those facilities already make Novo Nordisk’s GLP-1 drugs for metabolic conditions, and they will help the company meet projected demand for these products in years to come.
How we discuss overweight and obese diagnoses and how we treat those patients is slowly starting to improve. However, there’s still a lot of work to be done – in how we manufacture, market, and manage life-changing weight care medications, as well as how we expand access and improve adherence to them.
The layout of your phlebotomy station can significantly impact efficiency. A well-thought-out setup ensures that every tool is within reach, minimizing unnecessary movement and reducing patient wait times.
WeightWatchers' new GLP-1 program offers daily nutritional and activity targets, recommended foods, recipes, food and activity tracking, a digital community, virtual workshops and access to coaches 24/7.
Carmot Therapeutics isn’t the first company targeting both the GLP-1 and GIP receptors to treat metabolic diseases. But the company contends that biased signaling—activating certain pathways but not others—is key to setting its drugs apart from others in the same class.
Noom is now offering Noom Med to employers. The program is intended for patients who need more clinical support in their weight loss journey. It offers access to a clinician and medications, including GLP-1s.
Solera Health recently launched a program that aims to help patients who are interested in GLP-1s gain access to lifestyle change support. It also provides educational materials on GLP-1s.
Hello Alpha launched Ahead with Alpha, a weight management program for employers. It offers access to primary care providers trained in obesity care, medication management through weight loss drugs like GLP-1s, nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian and progress tracking.