Did you know that some women in the Philippines are facing a unique health challenge? Many women in their 40s are overweight but also lack iron in their blood. This means they have big bellies and anemia at the same time. Researchers found that widowed women and those with waistlines of 80 cm or mor
You might think obesity is a modern problem, but new research suggests it was around even during the Ice Age. We know this thanks to small statues called Venus figurines, which show women with larger body sizes. Surprising, right? Especially since it was a tough time for food. Scientists are wonderi
Big news! The US Food and Drug Administration has given the go-ahead for Eli Lilly's new drug, Zepbound, to treat adults with both sleep apnoea and obesity. This could be a game-changer for the company, as it looks to expand its successful weight-loss drug business. The drug was shown to significant
Novo Nordisk, a big player in Europe's pharma scene, saw its shares take a huge hit on Friday. Why? Their latest weight-loss drug, CagriSema, didn't meet expectations. The drug helped patients lose about 22. 7% of their body weight in late-stage trials, but that was barely better than Eli Lilly's ri
NYC's health plan for city employees recently scrapped coverage for weight loss drugs called GLP-1s. Almost 400, 000 employees are affected, many of whom find these drugs quite effective. But the city says it'll save money by doing this. Interestingly, other chronic diseases like diabetes usually ge
Obesity has become a serious issue in many European countries. It's not just a health concern anymore; it's now considered a full-blown disease. But how did we get here? Let's take a step back and understand the journey. In the past, obesity was mainly seen as a risk factor for other diseases. It w
Elon Musk, a tech billionaire advising the incoming president, thinks the solution to America's obesity crisis lies in making new weight loss drugs cheap. Meanwhile, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the president-elect's pick for health secretary, believes lifestyle changes are key. Both views highlight the
Two key figures in President-elect Donald Trump's circle have differing views on tackling America's obesity crisis. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , nominated for Secretary of Health and Human Services, favors lifestyle changes as the primary approach. He believes that modifying diet and exercise habits shou
Obesity, bone diseases, and heart issues are major global health worries. These problems seem to have a secret handshake going on, connected by common pathways and shared outcomes. Let’s dig in! Obesity loves to meddle in our health. You see, it's a sneaky risk factor for nasty heart conditions, li
These days, there's a buzz about certain weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound. A recent study by health data company Truveta found that people taking these drugs often end up seeing their doctor more. This isn't just about slimming down; it's also leading to diagnoses of other relate
