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flag Okava tests a GLP-1 implant in cats to fight obesity, with results expected by summer 2026.

flag Okava Pharmaceuticals is testing a GLP-1-based implant, OKV-119, in a clinical trial called MEOW-1 involving 50 cats to combat feline obesity, a condition affecting about 60% of U.S. cats and increasing risks for diabetes and other health issues. flag The six-month implant aims to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce fat mass without changing feeding habits. flag Results are expected by next summer, with FDA approval sought within two years. flag A similar treatment for dogs is also in development. flag If approved, the monthly cost could be around $100, though uncertainties remain about side effects and long-term effectiveness.

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