Dishing The Science with Dr. Sue

Does heart attack and stroke risk go up after stopping GLP1 receptor agonists?

Dr. Sue Pedersen

We know that GLP-1 receptor agonist medications reduce heart attack and stroke risk in people with diabetes, and in people with obesity.  But what happens to risk of cardiovascular events if GLP-1 receptor agonist treatment is stopped?

Learn more: https://drsue.ca/2024/05/does-heart-attack-and-stroke-risk-go-up-after-stopping-glp1-receptor-agonists/

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