Wegovy pill vs Rybelsus: what’s the difference?
“Wegovy pill” is a term that’s gathering a lot of interest on social media platforms. It refers to a new FDA-approved oral semaglutide tablet doctors can prescribe for weight management. This gets attention because most people are aware of the tremendous changes that the introduction of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy have made in […]
Diabetes management is the next frontier
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions in the general U.S. population, ranking alongside hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, and arthritis as one of the four most common chronic diseases. At this point in time, diabetes cannot be completely cured. The four main components of the current approach that […]
Understanding Inheritance, Heredity and Heritability
When I was growing up, there used to be a running joke that was trotted out when we gathered around the table at family get-togethers. One of the younger cousins would speak up and say “I love this family, but the problem is, there’s too much heredity, and not enough inheritance!” In some way, this […]
Fighting Off the ‘Flu – and Beating It After It Strikes
Public health websites encourage people to get their annual influenza vaccine not later than October 31 to ensure immunity builds up before peak flu season, which usually ramps up in November and lasts through winter. There’s the cute slogan “Flu before Boo”, which means get vaccinated before Halloween. Getting the shot by this time provides […]
Could Tirzepatide be a “Cure” for Type 2 Diabetes?
Normoglycemia is a term that’s drawing a lot of attention in medical circles lately, not because it is new, but because suddenly it seems possible that people who have a medical condition that has always been considered “incurable” may be able to achieve the normal state, which is what normoglycemia is. The thing that’s drawing […]
Rethinking Alcohol and Health
For decades, moderate drinking was praised for heart and brain protection, but science is rewriting that story. It’s hard to put it more bluntly than the World Health Organization did in its statement in January 2023, which said “No level of alcohol consumption is safe for health.” Newer studies that are based on facts rather […]
How Families Can Stay Healthy This Winter
Winter health care looks different depending on where a family lives, past experiences, and overall health. Some people think of winter as a cozy season, while others remember long, dark days and the extra effort it takes to keep everyone feeling well. I grew up in a climate where winter meant long, dark, and cold nights. […]
A Smarter Way to Understand Prediabetes
Both prediabetes and diabetes are very common conditions. Studies have shown that about 38 million adults in the US have been diagnosed as diabetics, which is nearly 15% of the US adult population. Prediabetes is far more common. Reliable estimates put the numbers at just below 100 million adults in the US, although the majority […]
Exercise Is Important for Teens With Type 2 Diabetes
Depression in diabetic teenagers is a real pressure point for many families and clinics. Teens who live with type 2 diabetes carry the daily load of blood sugar checks, food decisions, and health worries. When low mood, sadness, or loss of interest are added on top, life can feel very heavy. New work in physical […]
What to do if GLP-1 Medications Reduce Libido
It’s a difficult question to even ask. Can weight-loss wonder drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy also reduce libido? There’s been a wave of fascination, almost a collective obsession, with this new class of GLP-1 drugs, often described as revolutionary. One topic, however, isn’t being discussed nearly enough. It sits quietly beneath the surface, weighed down […]
