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GLP-1s appear to protect against cancer. Researchers are trying to figure out how

NPR News · Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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Recent studies suggest GLP-1s, the weight loss and diabetes drugs, may both prevent cancer and slow its progression. While weight loss is known to curb cancer risks, GLP-1s may act on other brain and metabolic pathways to prevent cancer.

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