RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 28, 2026 How much do Americans spend on GLP-1 medications? VCU medical students measure drug affordability The study reveals trends in health spending, which soared to nearly $65 billion in 2023 for the popular weight-loss drugs. Among their findings: Nearly 1 in 5 of GLP-1 users spent at least 10% of their household income on the medications. By Olivia Trani The number of people using GLP-1 treatments like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 28, 2026 Michael Rao passes Activation Capital chair role to Paul Nolde Longtime chair will remain on the board as VCU intensifies its focus on research growth, student success and national prominence. By Grant J. Heston With Virginia Commonwealth University entering an ambitious new chapter, President Michael Rao asked the Activation Capital board to elect another member to serve as board chair. Rao has chaired the board since succeedi more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 28, 2026 Nina Dashti-Gibson is researching pancreatic cancer and bringing science to the community The M.D.-Ph.D. student believes combining medicine and research will help her make the largest impact. She was honored in the spring for her work on an art project that built cancer awareness in the Richmond area. By Christopher Richmond Nina Dashti-Gibson came to cancer research by following a question with few clear answers. As an M.D.-P more PR