Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that obesity has almost tripled globally since 1975, impacting over 650 million adults and 340 million children and adolescents in 2016
The research: Developed by Monash University in Australia
As with all medications, GLP-1 receptor agonists carry potential adverse effects, most commonly gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation
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If its clinically appropriate and safe, your provider can create a personalized treatment plan and may prescribe Wegovy, a brand name for semaglutide approved for weight loss