Mar 06, 2026
New research reveals how GLP-1 receptor agonists promote pancreatic health through gene expression changes and interact bidirectionally with gut microbiome, while real-world users report unexpected lifestyle changes alongside weight loss.
Mar 04, 2026
Novo Nordisk filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Hims & Hers over compounded versions of Wegovy. The legal action follows the telehealth company's announcement of a $49 oral pill, which was withdrawn after FDA warnings.
Mar 02, 2026
Australian regulators confirmed counterfeit GLP-1 products contain no active ingredients, while U.S. authorities escalate enforcement against compounded weight-loss drugs as Novo Nordisk sues telehealth company Hims & Hers.
Feb 18, 2026
A House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing on Feb. 11 revealed sharp partisan divisions over drug pricing solutions, with Republicans focusing on PBM reform and supply chain transparency while Democrats defended existing price negotiation policies and warned of threats from research funding cuts.
Feb 17, 2026
Novo Nordisk sues telehealth companies over compounded weight-loss drugs as employers explore AI-based alternatives to costly GLP-1 medications. About 1 in 8 Americans now take GLP-1 drugs for weight loss or diabetes.
Feb 17, 2026
Novo Nordisk secured FDA approval for oral Wegovy tablets in December 2025 and subsequently sued telehealth company Hims & Hers for patent infringement over compounded versions. The company is the only manufacturer with an FDA-approved GLP-1 weight loss pill.