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obesity rates

Coverage of obesity rates in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 31 · 15:56 UTCMost recent: Jul 8 · 22:46 UTC
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  • HEALTHJul 8 · 22:46 UTCSEMAFOR
    GLP-1 use reaches new high in US

    The use of GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy for weight loss in the US has increased from 3% to 11% in 2024, with an additional 4% reporting past use, per Gallup polling. Obesity rates in the US fell to 36.4% in 2024 from a peak of 39.9% in 2022, and early research suggests these drugs may offer benefits beyond weight loss, including treating alcohol abuse and reducing coronary disease risk.

  • HEALTHMay 31 · 15:56 UTCNY POST
    What Ozempic is actually doing to obesity rates in the US

    GLP-1 medications like Ozempic are gaining popularity and significantly impacting the health landscape in the US, influencing obesity rates.

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