Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Start reading

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

Start reading

The Latest Breaking News from Obesity

Molecule in python blood could pave way for new obesity drugs, scientists say

Researchers find snake metabolite that suppresses appetite of obese mice ‘without some of side-effects’ of GLP-1 drugs

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19

British children are getting taller – and obesity may be the cause

British children are not getting shorter, despite claims to the contrary. In fact, they are getting taller.

The Conversation · Mar 18

Childhood Obesity Explained: Causes, Health Risks, and Prevention Tips for Kids

Childhood obesity prevention tips, causes of childhood obesity, and health risks explained with family strategies to support healthier kids and long-term wellness.

Medical Daily · Mar 18

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Label unhealthy foods, weight drug boss tells Australia

Workplace health checks, clearer labels on unhealthy foods and better education would help Australia reduce high rates of obesity, a drug company chief says.

AAP · Mar 16

The Guardian view on weight-loss jabs and addiction: there is too much moralising about these remarkable medicines

Editorial: Evidence is piling up that GLP-1 drugs can treat addiction. We must learn from the way that obesity has been stigmatised

The Guardian - UK · Mar 15

The New “TrumpRx” Portal: How to Access GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs for $50

For years, weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been powerful tools for people struggling with obesity—but their prices often exceeded $1,000 per month. Recently,...

Saving Advice · Mar 14

The Growing World Of Pet Yoga, Treadmills And Pet Gyms

For many people, pets are no longer just animals living in the house. They are family members, companions, and emotional support systems. As the idea of pet parenting continues to evolve, the way people care for their pets is also changing. Today’s pet parents are paying closer attention to their…

Times Pets · Mar 14

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Children Health Risks of Sugary Drinks and Why Pediatricians Urge Parents to Rethink Kids' Favorite Beverages

Discover why pediatricians warn about sugary drinks children health risks, including obesity, tooth decay, and diabetes, and learn healthier drink choices to protect kids' long-term health.

Medical Daily · Mar 13

The Right Portion Of Love: How Much Should You Really Feed Your Pet?

Every pet owner knows the joy of watching their beloved companion enjoy a meal. The wagging tail of a dog waiting for dinner or the gentle purring of a cat beside its food bowl can melt any heart. Feeding our pets is one of the most basic yet meaningful ways…

Times Pets · Mar 11

Fat cells burn energy to make heat – making them the next frontier of weight loss therapies

Over the past few years, a new class of medications has transformed the treatment of obesity. Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro work primarily by reducing appetite, helping people eat less and feel full sooner. Their success has demonstrated something important: Body weight is biologically regulated, and targeting the right…

The Conversation · Mar 11

Parents’ stress may play a key role in child obesity, study finds

Managing parents’ stress significantly reduces the risks of obesity in young children, according to a new study.

Euronews · Mar 10

10 Photos of Oprah Winfrey After Extreme Weight Loss That Sparks Ozempic Buzz

Oprah Winfrey's significant weight loss at Paris Fashion Week has sparked discussions about her health and the use of GLP-1 medications.

International Business Times UK · Mar 9

Doctors Reveal 25 Things They Usually Don’t Say To Patients’ Faces

From appointment expectations to treatment myths, doctors encounter plenty of misunderstandings. This discussion invited medical professionals to share what they wish patients better understood, and their responses were both thoughtful and eye-opening.

Bored Panda · Mar 8

Common Mistakes New Pet Owners Make All The Time

Bringinging a pet home is an exciting and emotional experience for any individual. Pets, whether they are puppies, kittens, or other animals, quickly become an integral part of any family. However, many first-time pet owners make a few mistakes simply because they don’t have enough experience or guidance. Learning about…

Times Pets · Mar 7

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK · Mar 6

Weight-loss jabs alone are ‘the wrong answer’ to obesity crisis, Chris Whitty says

Government’s chief medical adviser suggests curbing junk food ads and making food healthier instead

The Guardian - UK · Mar 6

Weight-loss drugs alone will not solve UK’s obesity crisis, says Chris Whitty

Chief medical adviser warns of side-effects and calls for action on junk food advertising and making food healthier

The Guardian - UK · Mar 6

Other countries are streets ahead of the UK on childhood obesity. Here’s what they’re doing differently

There could be 227 million obese children worldwide by 2040. But as South Korea and Denmark have shown, it is possible to tackle this crisis, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

The Guardian - UK · Mar 6

Weight-loss jab could be made for $3 a month, study finds

Cheap semaglutide, the drug in Ozempic and Wegovy, could help millions with diabetes and obesity in 160 countries

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

International Business Times UK · Mar 6

Oprah Winfrey's Stunning Look at 72: Her Paris Fashion Week Moment and GLP-1 Weight Loss Journey

Oprah Winfrey's 50-pound weight loss at 72 using GLP-1 drugs raises questions about affordability and accessibility. Explore her journey and its impact on WeightWatchers and the fashion world.

International Business Times UK · Mar 6

Oprah Ozempic Before and After Photos Leave Fans Shocked — Is She Taking Extreme Measures?

Fans react to Oprah's transformation as viral photos prompt questions about her weight loss and possible use of Ozempic or similar medications.

Times Pets · Mar 5

When Love Goes Too Far: Are We Turning Pets Into People?

Once upon a time, pets were companions who shared our homes but lived by their own instincts. Today, they share our beds, our wardrobes, our birthdays, and sometimes even our anxieties. The language has changed too. Owners are no longer owners. They are pet parents. Dogs and cats are no…

The Conversation · Mar 5

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may lower the risk of addiction: new study

A class of medications best known for treating diabetes and obesity may also reduce the risk of addiction – and help people who already have one, a new study shows.

The Conversation · Mar 4

GLP-1 drugs may fight addiction across every major substance, according to a study of 600,000 people

A patient of mine, a veteran who had tried to quit smoking for over a decade, told me that after he started a GLP-1 drug for his diabetes, he lost interest in cigarettes. He didn’t use a patch. He didn’t set a quit date. He simply lost interest. It happened…

The Independent UK · Mar 4

GLP-1s could help curb substance abuse – including alcohol and opioids, new study finds

Euronews · Mar 4

Child obesity crisis looms as cases set to hit 228 million by 2040, report finds

By 2040 there will be more children who are overweight than not for the first time in history, a new report has found.

1 … 14 15 16 17

Coverage From

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

University of Edinburgh

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.