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Obesity Epidemic and Breakthrough Drugs
- Obesity is a global epidemic with two-thirds of American adults overweight or obese.
- New weight-loss drugs dramatically reduce weight by mimicking hormones that induce fullness.
Challenges of Weight Loss Drug Use
- Weight loss drugs require lifelong use since stopping leads to regaining weight.
- Pricing and insurance coverage pose challenges given the large affected population.
Prioritize Obesity Prevention
- Prioritize obesity prevention by making healthy food affordable and accessible.
- Educate communities to avoid falling into weight gain traps before needing drugs.