A recent survey by Mercer, a benefits consultant, found that 44% of large employers covered them for obesity, an increase from 41% in 2023
2 While this price tag is not as hefty as some high-cost specialty drugs, the volume of employees using these drugs makes the cost add up fast
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Excess ROS then activates the NLRP3 inflammasome in microglia, promoting maturation and release of IL-1 (Xiao et al., 2021)
Spotlight on Ozempic (Semaglutide): Ozempic, one of the most popular GLP-1 medications, contains semaglutide as its active ingredient and is administered as a convenient once-weekly injection
They can help restore a healthy balance of bacteria in the gut, facilitating better digestion and potentially reducing GERD symptoms