Obesity
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Millions Are Using FDA-Authorized Alternatives to Pharma’s Weight Loss Drugs
Compounding pharmacies are estimated to be providing millions with alternatives to brand name weight loss drugs.
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The SOPHIA Project Conceives of Obesity Beyond BMI
“By taking into account the patient’s specificities, we can identify individuals who are likely to progress rapidly with the disease and those who...
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Whether GLP-1 RAs Significantly Delay Gastric Emptying Called into Question
Study finds that GLP-1 RAs do not slow gastric emptying significantly, removing need to stop meds before surgery.
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Sugar Substitute Tied to Higher Risk for Heart Attack, Stroke
Xylitol is naturally found in small amounts in fruit and vegetables and has been used more as a sugar substitute over the past decade in processed...
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Is Cushing Syndrome More Common in the US Than We Think?
Providers get used to seeing patients with some features of cortisol excess and don’t think to screen.
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About 20% of Breast Cancer Survivors Gain Excess Weight
After adjustment for confounding factors, younger age at breast cancer diagnosis and lower baseline weight were the strongest predictors of more...
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Wider Waist Increases Risk for Asthma Attacks
Study based on national survey data finds that larger waistlines were tied to increased likelihood for asthma attacks.
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From Pharma’s Factories Direct to You
Eli Lilly to prescribe GLP-1 RAs through its own telehealth platform, and Rx shipped directly to patients.
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Do People With Diabetes Need to Fast Longer Before Surgery?
Endocrinologist criticizes study that finds patients with T2D do not have increased gastric volume after fasting.
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Childhood Weight-Related Trauma Can Last into Adulthood
‘Internalised weight stigma’ happens when a person adopts negative obesity-related stereotypes.