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Can a ‘miracle’ weight loss drug end Britain's obesity epidemic?
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The Rise of Semagluetide: From Diabetes Treatment to Weight Loss Craze
This chapter discusses the discovery of a synthetic hormone called semagluetide, initially approved for treating type 2 diabetes but found to aid in weight loss as well. The medication showed significant weight loss results in clinical studies, leading to its popularity among the rich and famous as a new dieting fad. It is now being prescribed by the NHS in the UK to combat the obesity crisis, resulting in a significant increase in the pharmaceutical company's valuation.
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