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Illustration of obesity and waist circumference. From left to right, as labeled in the original image, the "healthy" man has a 33 inch waist, the "overweight" man a 45 inch waist,"obese" man a 60 inch (152cm) waist.

Biden’s Proposal to Cover Weight-Loss Drugs Faces Financial Concerns

Arjun Iyer4 hours ago05 mins

The Biden administration’s push to have Medicare and Medicaid cover weight-loss drugs has sparked a debate over potential financial implications. The proposal, announced recently, aims to expand access to medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, which are currently not covered unless prescribed for diabetes or heart disease. Proposal Overview: The Biden administration proposes reclassifying obesity as a…

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Weight-Loss Drugs Offer Hope for Kidney Health

Amit Verma4 hours ago010 mins

Weight-loss drugs, specifically glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, have shown promise in reducing the risk of kidney-related issues. A comprehensive analysis of these drugs suggests they can decrease the risk of kidney failure and related complications by a fifth. The study, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, highlights the potential benefits of these drugs…