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Protecting Muscle While Treating Obesity: New Protein Targets for Older Adults on GLP-1s

Older adult performing strength training with protein-rich foods and muscle anatomy model, illustrating sarcopenia prevention during GLP-1 therapy and obesity treatment.

The rise of highly effective GLP-1 receptor agonists and dual incretin therapies has transformed obesity treatment. Medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) are helping patients achieve levels of weight loss that were previously difficult to attain without bariatric surgery. However, as clinicians celebrate these advances, a …

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Diabetes in an Aging Population: Managing Sarcopenia, Falls, and Functional Decline

An elderly woman performs strength training in a rehab room while a healthcare provider observes and another older adult uses a walker nearby.

In clinical practice, caring for a diabetes in aging population goes far beyond optimizing hemoglobin A1C. While glycemic control remains central, older adults with diabetes often face unique challenges such as sarcopenia, increased risk of falls, and progressive loss of functional independence. How can clinicians proactively identify these risks and …

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