July 10, 2025

Genetic Traits Influence Children’s Food Preferences

A new study presented at the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions links genetic predisposition for macronutrient preference with childhood intake of sugary drinks and fast food.

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July 09, 2025

Once-Weekly Combo Injection Cuts Weight by 20% 

A large 68-week clinical trial found that a once-weekly combination injection of cagrilintide and semaglutide led to significant and sustained weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity, with over half achieving at least 20% weight reduction.

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July 08, 2025

Orforglipron Lowers A1c, Weight in T2D Patients 

A 40-week trial presented at ADA's 85th Scientific Sessions showed that daily oral orforglipron significantly lowered blood sugar and body weight in adults with early type 2 diabetes.

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July 08, 2025

Weekly Efsitora Matches Glargine in HbA1c Control

The regimen also showed lower hypoglycemia rates in insulin-naive adults with type 2 diabetes.

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July 07, 2025

Cagrilintide–Semaglutide Yields Weight, A1c Gains

Once-weekly cagrilintide–semaglutide significantly reduced weight and improved glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes in the REDEFINE 2 trial.

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July 01, 2025

Microplastics in Testes Linked to Infertility Risk

A new analysis found microplastics in human testicular tissue and linked their presence to lower sperm counts and signs of tissue damage.

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July 01, 2025

Five Red Flags for Asymmetric Lid Ptosis

Attendees of the Optometry’s Meeting 2025 lecture “Life-Threatening Eye Signs & Symptoms That Can’t Be Missed” learned, in part, about the 5 red flags of asymmetric lid ptosis that portend fatal conditions.

Optometric Management

July 01, 2025

Stem Cell Therapy Shows T1D Reversal Potential

A new stem cell–derived islet therapy showed insulin independence, restored beta-cell function, and prevented severe hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes, based on interim results presented at the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions.

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July 01, 2025

Innovation Hub Launches at Optometry’s Meeting 2025

The AOA Innovation Hub, which made its debut at Optometry’s Meeting 2025, was created to enable industry representatives and startup companies to share their innovations with meeting attendees.

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