Tag Archives: GLP-1 Medication

Everything Legacy Patients Need to Know About the New Wegovy Daily Pill

GLP-1 injectable medications have helped millions of Americans manage their weight over the past few years. Now, there is another option for patients who want the benefits of GLP-1s without the needle – the FDA has approved a once-daily pill version of Wegovy, and it is now available across America. At Legacy Community Health, we …

Your Hurricane Plan Should Start With Your Medicine Cabinet

Hurricane warning sign with 'HURRICANE' label beside a Legacy Community Health logo and cloudy sky, signaling action.

A power outage that lasts a few hours is just an inconvenience for most people. But if you depend on insulin, a GLP-1 medication, or another prescription that must stay cold, those same hours can turn into a real health risk. NOAA is forecasting a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, with 8 to 14 named …

How GLP-1 Drugs Can Change People’s Cravings and Eating Patterns

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists like semaglutide have been gaining considerable attention for their ability to help people manage and lose weight. OzempicĀ® is the brand name for Novo Nordisk’s drug semaglutide, while MounjaroĀ® is the brand name for Eli Lilly’s drug tirzepatide. Tirzepatide also works on another receptor in the body, gastric inhibitory polypetide …