does glp 1 come from lizard venom Gila monster venom… and weight loss? 🦎 It sounds wild, but it's true. GLP-1 medications were inspired by a hormone first discovered in the saliva of a Gila monster. On this week's On a Mission to Heal

Human rhinovirus type C receptor CDHR3 polymorphisms have been shown to affect receptor epithelial expression, activation, and asthma development and exacerbation severity in children (86)

Metabolic Syndrome Resolution Post-hoc analysis of SURPASS trials demonstrated substantial reductions in metabolic syndrome prevalence: Significant improvements in multiple cardiovascular risk factors simultaneously Reductions in blood pressure, improved lipid profiles, and decreased waist circumference Resolution of metabolic syndrome criteria in a substantial proportion of participants Potential long-term cardiovascular benefits from comprehensive metabolic improvements Cardiovascular and Metabolic Comorbidities Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) The SUMMIT phase 3 trial evaluated GLP2 in adults with HFpEF and obesity: Statistically significant reduction in heart failure outcomes (composite endpoint) Improvements in heart failure symptoms and physical limitations measured by Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire Enhanced exercise capacity as measured by 6-Minute Walk Test Distance Reduction in high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (inflammation marker) These findings established GLP2 as the first incretin therapy to demonstrate benefits on heart failure outcomes in this population

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