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Weight-Loss Injections May Almost Halve Obesity-Related Cancer Risk

A study of 6,000 adults found that weight-loss injections, specifically GLP-1RAs, may reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers by almost 50%, a finding comparable to bariatric surgery; this discovery could lead to a new era of preventive cancer medicine.

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Diabetes Epidemic Devastates McAllen Family, Exposing City's Health Crisis

In McAllen, Texas, known as "America's fattest city," the Ceron family's tragic history with diabetes—three siblings died from the disease, others experienced amputations and blindness—exposes the city's alarmingly high diabetes rate (19.2% in Hidalgo County vs. 11.6% nationally), highlighting the u...

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England's Obesity Crisis Deepens Despite Billions Spent

New data reveals a concerning rise in obesity rates in England, with 67.4% of adults now overweight or obese, despite billions spent on treatment and prevention; West Lindsey has the highest rate at 38.8%, and the crisis costs the NHS over £11 billion annually.

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Wegovy Shows Promise in Treating Serious Liver Disease

A Novo Nordisk-funded trial shows Wegovy effectively treated MASH in 63% of 800 patients across 37 countries, significantly improving liver inflammation and fibrosis, leading to potential FDA approval by year-end.

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Semaglutide Shows Promise in Treating Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease

A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals that semaglutide, a key ingredient in popular weight-loss drugs, significantly improved liver inflammation and scarring in patients with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MASH) after 72 weeks, with 33% of patients on semagl...

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UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes

The UK government will extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and other milk-based drinks, lowering the sugar threshold to 4g per 100ml, impacting 203 products (93% of sales) to curb obesity, despite prior exemptions due to calcium concerns, and generating additional revenue.

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Weight Loss Injections' Rise Contributes to Weight Watchers' Bankruptcy

Simon, 34, lost 26 kg using Monjaro weight loss injections after years of failed dieting, including with Weight Watchers which has lost over a million members and filed for bankruptcy amid the rise of weight loss injections and social media.

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Weight Loss Injections Could Boost UK Economy by £4.5 Billion

Research presented at the European Congress on Obesity in Málaga estimates that providing semaglutide to eligible UK residents could boost the economy by £4.5 billion due to increased productivity among 2,660 trial participants who gained an average of 17 extra workdays annually, offsetting some of ...

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Weight Loss Injections: Pharmacy Access Planned

A potential multimillion-pound deal could allow pharmacies in England to offer weight loss injections like Ozempic and Wegovy for £9.90 after a short consultation, addressing current NHS limitations and long wait times.

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WHO to Officially Endorse Weight-Loss Drugs for Obesity Treatment

The World Health Organization will officially endorse weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro for adult obesity treatment in August, addressing the over 1 billion people affected globally, with 70% in low- and middle-income countries, while acknowledging high costs and advocating for increased ac...

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Wegovy Ingredient Shows Promise in Treating Fatty Liver Disease

Research published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy, significantly reduced liver inflammation and scarring in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a fatty liver disease affecting an estimated 1.5% to 6.5%...

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UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes

The UK government plans to extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and similar drinks by July 21, aiming to reduce sugar consumption, despite concerns about the impact on consumers and the success of the initial tax.

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