General · 1 December 2025
WHO supports obesity drugs like Ozempic for adults
The World Health Organization now recommends obesity medications like Ozempic. New guidelines suggest these drugs can help adults lose weight when combined with diet and exercise. WHO says obesity affects over a billion people globally. Officials link obesity to millions of deaths each year. The agency believes these therapies can aid in tackling this major health crisis.
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