EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 0 MIN
Medical Report: New study raises concerns about some popular weight loss drugs
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There is no doubt that the GLP-1 medications have been a major success story in healthcare. For people with obesity, the use of these medications can not only help them lose weight but also help control blood sugar, lower blood pressure, and improve liver health. However, according to a new report in the New England Journal of Medicine, there are as many as 17% of people with normal weight using the medications to look better. KYW Medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
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There is no doubt that the GLP-1 medications have been a major success story in healthcare. For people with obesity, the use of these medications can not only help them lose weight but also help control blood sugar, lower blood pressure, and improve liver health. However, according to a new report in the New England Journal of Medicine, there are as many as 17% of people with normal weight using the medications to look better. KYW Medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
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