GLP-1–based medications are increasingly used to treat obesity and type 2 diabetes. They help regulate appetite, promote weight loss, and improve blood sugar control. But what happens to the body when these medications are discontinued?

Nebraska Medicine is opening a series of clinics that pair pregnancy specialists with experts in heart health, diabetes care and newborn medicine – all in one visit.

Managing your blood sugar is important when you have diabetes. But here’s something that’s just as important: taking care of your eyes.

Question: I work from home, so I only wear shoes when I go out. Is this bad for my feet? Should I be wearing shoes inside? Answered by Alexander Sawatzke, MD, orthopaedic surgeon.

Question: I have PCOS and carry weight around my belly. Why does this happen and what can I do about it? Answered by Karen Carlson, MD, OB-GYN.

When it comes to heart health, many people think of blood pressure, diet and exercise. While these are important, there’s also something your doctor can use to understand your risk for heart disease: a simple blood test called a lipid panel.

Question: I've heard that you shouldn't lower your A1C below 6% using diabetes medications because it can cause other health risks and possibly low blood sugar. Is diet the best way to get off diabetic drugs? Answer from Nebraska Medicine endocrinologist Diego Alcaraz Alvarez, MD.

Question: Are sugar-free foods actually healthy? Answer from registered dietician Kimmie Sharp, RDN.

Gastric bypass surgery can be a life-changing treatment for people whose health is at risk. It can help people reclaim their health, mobility and overall quality of life, especially when other options haven’t worked.

Hyperglycemia means high blood sugar. Hypoglycemia means low blood sugar. Still, while the definitions are easy to understand, recognizing and treating them can be more complicated.