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Ozempic Literally Came From a Monster – And It's Not Alone

The toxic bite of a Gila monster can kill a human, but a specific ingredient in the cocktail of the lizard's venom is the reason we have glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy.
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Department of Game and Fish release new Gila Monster license plate

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Motorists in New Mexico will have a new license plate option, featuring the Gila Monster. The New Mexico Game Department of Game and Fish partnered with the New Mexico Motor ...
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The surprising role lizard venom played in inventing Ozempic — as FDA warns about fakes being sold

Lizard venom has played a crucial part in helping humans take a bite out of diabetes and obesity. The Gila monster is a large, magnificent and venomous desert-dwelling reptile found throughout the ...
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King cobra vs Gila Monster: Know the key differences on the basis of strength, venom, size and more - who would win in a fight

The King Cobra and Gila Monster are two of the most fascinating venomous creatures, each with unique characteristics that render them lethal in their own manner. The King Cobra, the largest venomous ...