alcohol use disorder

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a clinical trial to evaluate semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, as a treatment for alcohol use disorder in veterans. Over 600 veterans will participate in the nationwide study.

The article discusses GLP-1s in relation to Alcohol Use Disorder and the lack of success with a Gonorrhea Vaccine. It references a weekly podcast from Texas Tech featuring Elizabeth Tracey and Rick Lange analyzing top medical topics.

Joanna Ruth Shields, 37, was found dead near Sykes Hot Springs in Big Sur, California, with the Monterey County Sheriff's Office ruling her death natural due to complications from alcohol withdrawal. Initial suspicions of foul play were dismissed after an autopsy confirmed no criminal activity, with evidence pointing to chronic alcohol use disorder and a history of mental health struggles.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a trial to study the safety and efficacy of MDMA-assisted therapy for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans. The research will also examine its impact on severe mental health disorders and alcohol use disorder.

An experimental Alzheimer’s drug called MW150 may reduce brain inflammation during alcohol withdrawal, potentially lowering relapse risks in alcohol use disorder. The study, led by University of Kentucky researchers, suggests MW150 could be repurposed for alcohol-related conditions if further trials confirm its efficacy.

The active ingredient in Ozempic, a popular weight-loss drug, may help reduce alcohol use in individuals with obesity, according to a new study. The findings suggest potential for treating alcohol use disorder alongside obesity.