The Latest Breaking News on Diabetes

Severe obesity is on the rise in the US

Obesity is high and holding steady in the U.S. About 4 in 10 Americans have obesity overall and about 1 in 10 have severe obesity

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2024

Health and productivity losses from obesity ‘far outstrip weight-loss jab costs’

Exclusive: £100bn-a-year cost of obesity to UK makes clear economic case for use of drugs such as Ozempic, says report

The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2024

Council adopts ‘compassionate’ approach to obesity and rejects weight-loss goals

The council rejects the principle that a certain weight equals healthiness

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2024

‘Ozempic changed my life’: do diabetes jabs boost the chances of conception?

As surprise pregnancies multiply, some scientists are investigating whether weight loss drugs can improve fertility in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2024

“The Worst Decision I Ever Made”: Ozempic Causes “Horrible” Side Effects To Model Who Gets Candid

“I hope that by talking about this, it can maybe be a lesson to some people that it’s not worth it.” The post “The Worst Decision I Ever Made”: Ozempic Causes “Horrible” Side Effects To Model Who Gets Candid first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Sep 13, 2024

With Obesity Drug Demand Surging, Is Novo Nordisk a Buy?

Novo Nordisk (NVO) continues strengthening its obesity portfolio and marking new milestones. The company’s solid product demand, strategic investments, and developments are the key drivers for its growth and success. So, let’s examine whether NVO is an ideal investment choice. Read more to find out.

StockNews.com · Sep 12, 2024

Junk food ads to be banned pre-watershed from next year

Similar adverts for foods and drinks high in fat, salt and sugar are already not allowed to be displayed on the Underground, Overground, buses or bus shelters

Evening Standard · Sep 12, 2024

NHS restricting access to obesity services across England, BMJ finds

Budget cuts to local services fell disproportionately on care for obese patients, leading to ‘postcode lottery’

The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2024

Smaller Clothing, Fewer Snacks: How Americans' Shopping Habits Are Changing Due To Weight-Loss Drugs

The popularity of medications including Ozempic and Wegovy has businesses scrambling to adapt to their thinner, less-hungry customers.

International Business Times · Sep 10, 2024

Weight-loss drug Saxenda effective for kids as young as 6, study shows

A drug approved to treat obesity in adults and teens is safe and effective for use in kids as young as 6, when combined with diet and exercise

The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2024