When it comes to GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, misconceptions abound. Take, for example, the assumption that GLP-1 medications are a relatively new addition to the landscape. As use of the drugs has exploded, they certainly appear to be everywhere. In reality, though, GLP-1s have been around for longer than most people think. What about their potential benefits as a long-term therapy? Commonly, GLP-1s tend to be seen as a short-term solution for a long-term problem, but as is so often the case, the real answer is more complicated.