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25 Thus, GLP-1 could help to slow the progression of AD

For example, in the lungs, GLP-1s may reduce the inflammatory response, improve oxidative stress, regulate protease/anti-protease imbalance, improve airway mucus homeostasis, and reduce airway remodeling to provide benefit in patients with COPD

3) Some believe these drugs will not see widespread adoption because they are most effective subcutaneously (administered via an autoinjector as pictured here): While a certain subset will always have a phobia of needles, its worth considering the lengths that people have gone to in the past to lose weight (taking pills with tapeworms in them, for example)

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Having a clinician in your corner provides accountability and expert advice, which is critical for long-term success

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