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Research March 29, 2026 · View digest

GLP-1 Medications Show Promise for Treating Addiction in 600,000+ Veteran Study

A BMJ-published study of over 600,000 US veterans found GLP-1 medications tied to reduced risk of substance use disorders across all major addictive substances, plus reduced overdose and death risk.

Research March 28, 2026 · View digest

Washington Post: Comprehensive Guide to GLP-1 Drug Effects on the Body

A condition-by-condition guide examining what's proven, promising, and untested for GLP-1 drugs beyond weight loss — covering cardiovascular disease, addiction, kidney disease, and neurological conditions.