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Ozempic, Wegovy linked to lower Alzheimer's risk in new study

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A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association suggests a link between semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, and a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine analyzed data from nearly one million individuals with type 2 diabetes and found that those prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of an Alzheimer's diagnosis compared to patients on other anti-diabetic medications. While the study indicates a correlation, further research is necessary to confirm if semaglutide directly lowers Alzheimer's risk, particularly in individuals without diabetes, and to explore its potential therapeutic effects for those already diagnosed. AI

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    Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, new study says

    A new study reveals that the active ingredient in drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

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