Popular GLP-1 medications for weight loss and diabetes may have unexpected benefits for reducing risks for conditions such as substance abuse, psychosis, infections and even dementia. But these drugs also come with risks that shouldn't be overlooked,

As demand for weight-loss injections sold under brand names such as Ozempic and Wegovy continues to soar, a study has uncovered neurological and behavioral health benefits amid risks for pancreatitis and kidney disease.

A new peer-reviewed study based on data from nearly 2M individuals highlights a wide range of clinical benefits and risks, including several newly found conditions linked to the GLP-1 class of weight loss and diabetes drugs.