GLP-1 use among adults with diabetes peaked among those aged 50 to 64 years, was highest among Hispanic adults, and was more likely among those taking other antihyperglycemic agents.
Both metformin and GLP-1 RAs have been studies for their neuroprotective effects; this study is the first head-to-head investigation and supports further research.
Type 2 diabetes and its high and rising rates in the US are the result of a perfect storm of converging systemic, behavioral, environmental, and economic factors.