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Other countries are streets ahead of the UK on childhood obesity. Here’s what they’re doing differently

There could be 227 million obese children worldwide by 2040. But as South Korea and Denmark have shown, it is possible to tackle this crisis, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

The Guardian - UK

Weight-loss jab could be made for $3 a month, study finds

Cheap semaglutide, the drug in Ozempic and Wegovy, could help millions with diabetes and obesity in 160 countries

The Guardian - UK

Oprah Winfrey's Stunning Look at 72: Her Paris Fashion Week Moment and GLP-1 Weight Loss Journey

Oprah Winfrey's 50-pound weight loss at 72 using GLP-1 drugs raises questions about affordability and accessibility. Explore her journey and its impact on WeightWatchers and the fashion world.

International Business Times UK

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Oprah Ozempic Before and After Photos Leave Fans Shocked — Is She Taking Extreme Measures?

Fans react to Oprah's transformation as viral photos prompt questions about her weight loss and possible use of Ozempic or similar medications.

International Business Times UK

When Love Goes Too Far: Are We Turning Pets Into People?

Once upon a time, pets were companions who shared our homes but lived by their own instincts. Today, they share our beds, our wardrobes, our birthdays, and sometimes even our anxieties. The language has changed too. Owners are no longer owners. They are pet parents. Dogs and cats are no…

Times Pets

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may lower the risk of addiction: new study

A class of medications best known for treating diabetes and obesity may also reduce the risk of addiction – and help people who already have one, a new study shows.

The Conversation

GLP-1 drugs may fight addiction across every major substance, according to a study of 600,000 people

A patient of mine, a veteran who had tried to quit smoking for over a decade, told me that after he started a GLP-1 drug for his diabetes, he lost interest in cigarettes. He didn’t use a patch. He didn’t set a quit date. He simply lost interest. It happened…

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GLP-1s could help curb substance abuse – including alcohol and opioids, new study finds

The Independent UK

Child obesity crisis looms as cases set to hit 228 million by 2040, report finds

By 2040 there will be more children who are overweight than not for the first time in history, a new report has found.

Euronews

UK obesity rate one of worst in Europe as 228 million children worldwide will be obese by 2040, report warns

Globally, the number of children living with obesity is set to exceed the number of those who are underweight

The Independent UK

Why Routine Matters More When You Have a Pet? All You Need to Know

Bringing a pet into your life feels like adding joy, laughter, and companionship to your everyday routine. However, what you soon find out as a first-time pet parent is this: routine is not only necessary, it is essential. Having a pet is not about routine, it is about security, health,…

Times Pets

More than 220m children will be obese by 2040 without drastic action, report warns

World Obesity Federation says half a billion children will be overweight and calls on governments to act to create healthier environments

The Guardian - UK

Obesity is on the rise in Africa: 5 essential reads on what to do

Obesity – which the World Health Organization classifies as a disease – is not just an individual issue; it is shaped by the systems people live in. Research shows that urbanisation, economic status and food marketing strategies, for example, play a role along with more personal factors.

The Conversation

Goodbye giant burger hoardings: Abu Dhabi bans junk food advertising, billboards to go sugar-free amid new public health policy targeting obesity

Abu Dhabi has introduced a significant ban on outdoor advertising for junk food and unhealthy drinks. This move aims to create a healthier environment for residents and visitors. The policy targets products with high levels of sugar, fat and salt. It is part of a larger initiative to combat obesity…

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Viking Therapeutics: The High-Stakes Weight Loss Contender

Viking Therapeutics is positioning itself as a contender in the obesity market with a dual strategy of rapid clinical progress and commercial preparation.

Times Pets

Adopting Indie dog vs buying foreign breed, the real difference

Indie dogs, also known as the Indian Pariah Dog, are indigenous to the Indian subcontinent. They are not “mixed breeds” as many people think but are naturally evolved dogs who have adapted to the climate and conditions of India over the years. Their resistance is high, their instincts are strong,…

LiveScience

Obesity is linked to 1 in 10 deaths from infection worldwide — and scientists are still learning why

A new study finds that people with obesity are more likely to be hospitalized with or die from severe infections.

International Business Times UK

NHS Mounjaro Rollout Expands as GPs Offered £3,000 Incentive Under New Obesity Strategy

The NHS is set to accelerate the delivery of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro as part of a new obesity strategy, shifting weight management to local surgeries.

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Canada is a global leader in obesity care guidelines, so why are Canadians still waiting months for treatment at home?

Canada is recognized globally for its world-leading obesity care guidelines — yet Canadians continue to struggle to access the very treatment plans we’ve developed. Meanwhile, the same model of care is now the one the World Health Organization (WHO) is urging other countries to adopt.

Times Life

Why Young Adults Face Rising Bowel Cancer

For a very long time bowel cancer has been considered a disease that mostly affected people over 50’s. Routine screenings, awareness campaigns, and lifestyle advice were all targeted toward older adults. But in recent years, doctors across the world have noticed something unsettling, more young adults are being diagnosed with…

The Independent UK

New research challenges link between childhood BMI and obesity risk

Experts say the genetic factors that influence the size of babies may be different to the ones that influence body size as a teen

Times Pets

What Vets Wish Indian Pet Owners Knew About Pet Nutrition ?

The Fundamentals of Feeding Your Pet:

Proper nutrition results in a shiny coat, strong immunity, and an active lifestyle in pets.

When you bring your pet in for a check-up, your vet is doing a visual and hands-on assessment, and it all boils down to one thing: Is this diet…

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“Madness”: RFK Jr.’s “Deranged” New Workout Video With Kid Rock Sparks Wild Reactions

Just when netizens thought politics couldn’t get any weirder in 2026, they laid eyes on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Kid Rock sitting shirtless in a hot tub.

The Independent UK

New research reveals who’s really taking weight loss jabs

Analysis of private prescriptions for drugs like Mounjaro show that almost 80 per cent are for women

Evening Standard

Women and the middle classes dominate take-up of weight loss jabs

Analysis of private prescriptions for drugs like Mounjaro show that almost 80% are for women

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