Nature medicine

Digital-first delivery of GLP-1 hormone therapy in women outside clinical settings

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Abstract

Mean weight reduction of 16.1 kg was observed in 8,127 women initiating GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy.

  • 16.1 kg weight loss represents 15.5% of baseline weight.
  • 83.1% of participants achieved at least 10% weight loss, while 22.4% achieved at least 20% weight loss.
  • Mean glycated hemoglobin decreased by 3.3 mmol/mol, normalizing in 84.5% of those with diabetes-range values.
  • Significant improvements were noted in lipid parameters, including reductions in total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and triglycerides.
  • Retention rate at 6 months was 91.4%, with no serious treatment-related adverse events.

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