Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs have become extremely popular for their ability to manage Type 2 diabetes symptoms and spur weight loss. A recent study found that about 4% of Americans took these meds last year.

A rumor that pharmaceutical companies behind popular weight-loss and diabetes medications like Ozempic faced lawsuits totaling more than $2 billion circulated online in August 2025.

Ozempic may have serious side effects, including thyroid cancer and problems with the pancreas, gallbladder, kidneys, and eyes. Learn the signs and symptoms.

The Little Mix singer said she auditioned for "The X Factor" just months after leaving the hospital, where she was treated for an eating disorder.

It’s not just above the waistline where the effects of Ozempic are taking place. Hush-hush conversations online have revealed that the blockbuster weight loss medication is not just trimming the belly down.

Canada's health regulator has approved Novo Nordisk's diabetes drug, Ozempic, for reducing the risk of kidney failure and disease progression, as well as death due to heart problems in diabetes patients with chronic kidney disease,

America’s obesity crisis extends beyond humans — studies suggest that around 60% of dogs and cats nationwide are overweight. The consequences are far from fluffy. Those extra pounds can lead to serious health issues, sky-high vet bills and fewer years with your furry friend.