Health October 2 Weight-loss surgery pros and cons in the spotlight after singer's 'scary' experience Weight-loss experts explain why combining GLP-1 medications with bariatric surgery may be the most effective approach to treating obesity in 2025.
Health September 29 Weight-loss drugs now linked to cancer protection in women, major new study reveals A new study finds that GLP-1 medications are linked to lower overall cancer risk, particularly for endometrial and ovarian cancers, in obese adults. Oncologist Dr. Slomovitz discusses the findings.
VIDEO September 28 Oncology director shares how GLP-1s can help protect against cancer Dr. Brian Slomovitz, director of gynecologic oncology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Florida, says the link between GLP-1 and reduced cancer risk is "not surprising."
Health September 25 Weight-loss doctor shares how GLP-1s could rewire body against disease New York City doctors reveals how weight-loss drugs reduce inflammatory cytokines by decreasing fat cells, potentially preventing cancer and autoimmune diseases.
VIDEO September 24 Weight loss drugs show promise in reducing inflammation beyond fat burning, doctor says Dr. Sue Decotiis, a New York City weight loss physician, discusses how GLP-1s impact inflammation, relieving conditions from arthritis to cancer.
Health September 23 No more injections? New pill could replace Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss A new oral weight loss medication, orforglipron, demonstrated meaningful weight loss results in phase 3 trials, potentially providing an easier alternative to Ozempic injections.
Health September 21 Dan Marino’s metabolic liver disease highlights growing health concern Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is a silent liver disease that is caused by fat buildup, inflammation and cell damage in the liver. Here's what to know.
Health September 20 Researchers say being 'fat but fit' could be less deadly than being underweight New research challenges BMI assumptions, showing overweight individuals may not face higher death rates while underweight people show increased mortality risk.
Health September 17 Weight loss drugs could add years to Americans' lives, researchers project New research reveals that GLP-1 drugs may significantly lower mortality rates in Americans by 2045, as obesity contributes to 70% of leading death causes in high-income countries.
Health September 13 For the first time, there are more children in the world who are obese than underweight Global childhood obesity rates tripled from 2000-2022 according to UNICEF, with ultra-processed foods and junk food marketing fueling the epidemic in 190 countries.
Health September 10 Why microdosing Ozempic could become as common as taking a multivitamin GLP-1 medications like Ozempic show promise for multiple health conditions, as experts explore microdosing benefits for blood sugar control and longevity.