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S1E103: New drug spells hope for patients struggling with obesity
Might this miracle drug be the answer to curing obesity?
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you.
Obesity is a huge and complex problem. It is linked to Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, back pain and so many other health issues. However, there aren’t many anti-obesity medications out there.
Wegovy is not just a new prescription drug for those with obesity or high-risk body mass index, but one that is more effective and better tolerated than the current crop of treatments.
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