Half of Americans Support Weight-Loss Drugs Like Ozempic for Obesity, Poll
Cost is a major obstacle for many. The drugs can be expensive without insurance, with out-of-pocket expenses reaching hundreds of dollars per prescription. The poll found that about half of Americans support Medicare and Medicaid covering weight-loss drugs for those with obesity, while around 20 percent oppose it and 25 percent are neutral.
The dark side of weight loss drugs no one warns about
New research uncovers hidden risks and surprising benefits of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, reshaping how we see these popular medications.
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 oth
Weight-Loss Surgery Protects Liver Health
THURSDAY, Jan. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Weight-loss surgery can protect the liver health of patients with obesity and fatty liver disease, a new study reports. Patients had a 72% lower risk of developing serious complications of liver disease after undergoing weight-loss surgery, researchers reported in Jan. 27 in the journal Nature Medicine.
Ozempic vs. Semaglutide: 10 Weight Loss Medications Compared for 2025
Wegovy is a GLP-1 agonist containing semaglutide, the same active ingredient as Ozempic. While both medications share this ingredient, they are approved for different purposes. Ozempic is primarily used for managing type 2 diabetes, whereas Wegovy is specifically approved for weight loss.
Americans split on using weight loss drugs to treat obesity: Survey
Americans are split on using weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy to treat obesity or weight-related conditions, according to a new survey that was published on Friday. The new
Hollywood's use of Ozempic as 'weight loss drug' sees surge in public use
EXCLUSIVE: Hollywood's Ozempic use has been steadily rising with many celebrities crediting the drug for their weight loss, which has seen the public keen to do the same.
The high cost of weight loss: How patients are fighting for access to breakthrough medications
CBS News Miami investigates the financial hurdles surrounding these medications and explores alternatives that may offer a ...
RFK Jr, Dr Oz and weight-loss drugs: A high-price health clash may be looming
Its weight-loss drug policy would fall to Trump's pick for health secretary, Robert F Kennedy Jr, and Mehmet Oz, Trump's ...
Tanishaa Mukerji opens up about her weight loss journey and hormonal changes: ‘Fat is very important for women’s health’
In an recent interview, Tanishaa Mukerji opens up about her weight loss journey, the impact of hormones and the integration ...
Vidya Balan Lost 10 Kg: The Secret Behind Her Weight Loss Is The Inflammation Diet And No Exercise At All
Actress Vidya Balan is known for being candid about her appearance. Her recent body transformation has sparked a lot of ...
Eli Lilly's head of obesity talks weight-loss innovations for 2025 — from an Ozempic-like pill to a triple-threat shot
Eli Lilly's Ozempic-rivaling weight-loss pill orforglipron could be available in early 2026. Its retatrutide may be as ...
Oprah Winfrey shares the type of weight loss medication she took
Winfrey opened up about her decision to use a medication to help her lose weight in an interview with People. Her new TV ...
Lizzo celebrates reaching weight-loss goal: 'I haven't seen this number since 2014!'
Lizzo marked a major milestone in her health journey as she revealed that she had reached her "weight release goal." ...
Weight-loss drug developer Metsera valued at $2.68 bln as shares jumped in market debut
Shares of weight-loss drug developer Metsera jumped nearly 42% in a strong Nasdaq debut on Friday, valuing the ARCH Venture ...