GLP-1 medications may be the most talked-about drugs in the world right now. But what do they actually do inside your body? Who should consider them? What are the risks? And what happens when you stop taking them?

In this episode of the LSU Health Shreveport Podcast, host Mark Klein sits down with Dr. Ammar Husan, Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at LSU Health Shreveport, to break down the science, the benefits, and the realities of GLP-1 medications.

Disclaimer: The information shared in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended as specific medical advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest and do not replace guidance from your own healthcare provider. Every patient is different, so listeners and viewers should consult their primary care physician or qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping or changing any medical treatment.

M. Frampton Gwynette, MD, Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at LSUHS is the first official guest on the LSU Health Shreveport Podcast. Dr. Gwynette is a national leader in autism and intellectual disability care. He speaks with Mark Klein about raising a child with autism, ways parents and educators can support them and their siblings well, and what life as an adult looks like for someone living with autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Gwynette also shares information on "The Autism News Network," a program he established to empower individuals with autism and their families through media training and storytelling.

Disclaimer: The information shared in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended as specific medical advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest and do not replace guidance from your own healthcare provider. Every patient is different, so listeners and viewers should consult their primary care physician or qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping or changing any medical treatment.