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In elderly patients, the heightened sensitivity to medications necessitates a tailored approach to prescribing, focusing on minimizing risks of confusion, hypotension, and falls. Consideration of safer alternatives and non-pharmacologic interventions is essential in promoting their well-being.

The multifaceted approach to obesity management is discussed in Oprah Winfrey’s latest TV special, where GLP-1 medications and the call for empathy in patient care take center stage, offering new perspectives on treatment and patient engagement.

Physicians should be vigilant about the dual impact of GLP-1 drugs on contraceptive failure and unexpected fertility enhancements, prompting a reassessment of patient guidance and contraceptive choices in clinical practice.

GLP-1 agonists are increasingly recognized for their dual benefits in type 2 diabetes management and cardiovascular risk reduction, offering a multifaceted approach to patient care in an expanding global market.

Metformin is emerging as a viable option for weight management in obese patients without diabetes, showing sustained weight loss effects and potential benefits in populations with prediabetes or undergoing antipsychotic treatment.

This article illustrates a case of bullosis diabeticorum, spotlighting the condition’s clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management, offering key insights for physicians in the early detection and care of this rare diabetic complication.