What Is Wegovy, and Why Does It Matter? Wegovy (semaglutide) is a prescription medicine that helps with weight loss and lowers the risk of heart problems and liver disease. The FDA has approved its ...

Dec. 30, 2025 – updated Jan. 5, 2026 – Injectable GLP-1 drugs have transformed obesity treatment – and now they're going oral. "It's good to have more options for patients with obesity," said Melanie ...