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Do Men or Women Face More GLP-1 Stigma?

Among people with type 2 diabetes, stigma is widespread, a new survey found. Certain groups may be especially prone to these negative experiences and comments, however.

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GLP-1 use is widespread. Fifteen percent of U.S. adults have taken a GLP-1 at some point, according to a recent Gallup poll. [...] One explanation is that patients may see positive health changes and become more comfortable and confident in their treatment decision. “Patients may initially worry about how family, friends, or colleagues will react to their decision to use medication, and as treatment becomes part of their routine, they may become less concerned about those reactions,” Shukla says.