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Patients call out fat-shaming doctors for hurting their health: ‘I always go in with my guard up’

Weight bias is pervasive in medical settings, say experts.

Fortune

Cervical cancer and lifestyle diseases: Understanding the impact of obesity, smoking

Being only 38-years-old, Mohit could not believe that he had developed colorectal cancer. Including him, many of them tend to ignore what they consider are mere ailments like passing bright red bowels due to piles. This misjudgment combined with the fact that he led a very active life put him…

The Times of India

Diabetes and obesity drugs fuel Eli Lilly profit in the final quarter of 2024

Eli Lilly’s profit doubled in the fourth quarter, propelled by its hot-selling diabetes and obesity treatments, and the drugmaker debuted a mostly better-than-expected 2025 forecast

The Independent UK

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McDonald’s accused of tough tactics in fights with councils over new branches

Critics say firm uses ‘playbook’ of questionable arguments to get its way in appeals against planning refusals

The Guardian - UK

Earnings Miss? Amgen’s Dividend Still a Bright Spot

AMGN stock is down over 1% despite beating revenue and earnings estimates; investors are selling the news on the company’s latest obesity drug and weak guidance

MarketBeat

Novo Nordisk confident despite Trump tariff risk as sales of weight-loss jab soar

Europe’s biggest firm, whose sales of Wegovy almost doubled, feels it can ‘meet demands’ of US administration

The Guardian - UK

Wegovy: sales of weight loss injection more than double

The company said more than 45 million people were now ‘benefitting from our treatments’

The Independent UK

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Wegovy obesity drug sales more than double but set to slow

Sales of Wegovy, a prescription weight loss injection, surged to 19.9 billion Danish kroner (£2.2 billion) in the fourth quarter of last year.

Evening Standard

Could lifestyle changes reverse the growing diabetes epidemic? Experts weigh in at TOI Medithon Part-6

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions worldwide, leading to severe health complications if not managed properly. It occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin (Type 1 diabetes) or cannot effectively use insulin (Type 2 diabetes). Without proper control, diabetes can result in heart disease, kidney…

The Times of India

Colorectal cancer: Detection of early symptoms and prevention

Colorectal cancer is increasingly becoming a public health concern in India. It has steadily increased over the past two decades. Though the incidence of CRC is still much lower in India compared to the West, urban areas are increasingly seeing an alarming trend, particularly in people under 50 years. According…

The Times of India

Hims & Hers Super Bowl ad slams pricey pharma industry—and fumbles FDA warnings on compounded GLP-1 drugs

Taking a compounded GLP-1 medication isn’t the same thing as your pharmacy filling a cheaper, generic version of the drug your doctor prescribed.

Fortune

Medical fraternity hails PM Modi's call to reduce oil consumption

The clarion call given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to fight obesity and reduce oil consumption has received wide support as people from the medical fraternity lauded the message to follow a healthy routine. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

About half of Americans approve of using weight-loss drugs to treat obesity, AP-NORC poll finds

A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows about half of U.S. adults believe it is a good thing for adults to use weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and other brands if they are struggling with obesity or have a health condition tied to weight

The Independent UK

PM Modi's message to fight obesity gains nationwide traction; celebs, sportspersons, doctors join in the clarion call

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's message on reducing obesity through active lifestyle and healthy choice has drawn support from across the nation.

The Times of India

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Inverse

Why The Link Between Obesity And Irregular Heart Rhythms Is So Telling

Breaking down obesity and atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm that increases a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure and even premature death.

The Times of India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shares tips on how to reduce obesity and stay healthy

Obesity is a silent killer and is the root cause of several diseases, including some fatal ones. Health agencies and experts have been relentlessly creating awareness around obesity and sharing tips on how to reduce it.

The Guardian - UK

Good for Britain’s neonicotinoid ban, giving bees priority over sugar beet

Letters: Asher Minns writes that farmers have been incentivised to grow a crop that causes obesity, while Prof Richard Evershed says they should turn their skills to growing genuinely nutritious food

The Conversation

How people with eating disorders are negatively affected by calories on menus

If you have recently been to a restaurant or cafe, you may have noticed calorie information displayed on the menu for each item. This is one example of so called “out-of-home” nutritional labels, referring to any food and drink bought outside the home which is not already prepackaged. Several countries…

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People Who Gained A Lot Of Weight Share The 30 Things They Blame The Most

Obesity rates have more than tripled globally since 1975, affecting one billion people and increasing risks for heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, with the World Health Organization emphasizing the complex interplay of diet, activity, and genetics. The post People Who Gained A Lot Of Weight Share The 30 Things…

The Independent UK

From anti-vaccine advocacy to raw milk, many of RFK Jr.'s views fall outside the mainstream

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“Hard To Tell As There’s A Lot Of Mum”: Woman Says Her Midwife Fat-Shamed Her

Empathy, compassion, tact, and emotional intelligence are important in many professions, but they are absolutely vital in healthcare. A good bedside manner does wonders. The post “Hard To Tell As There’s A Lot Of Mum”: Woman Says Her Midwife Fat-Shamed Her first appeared on Bored Panda.

Evening Standard

Seven simple ways to lose weight (without taking Mounjaro)

New research suggests people who use GLP-1s regain weight four times faster than those who diet. So what else can you do if you’re trying to lose weight

The Independent UK

Calls to end ‘harmful’ calorie labels on restaurant menus

The move was originally made to tackle the country’s obesity crisis

Barchart

This Little-Known Stock Just Doubled on Weight-Loss Drug News. Analysts Think It Has 400% Upside Potential From Here.

This weight-loss underdog doubled in a single day last week and could deliver even bigger rewards.

The Guardian - AU

Why isn’t Ozempic on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for weight loss? And should it be?

The drug is subsidised for treatment of type 2 diabetes but experts say it could help reduce other health problems associated with severe obesity

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