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GLP-1 use tied to obesity decline, but doctors warn of alarming misuse - NBC 5 Chicago

Published by NBC Chicago By Kate Chappell · 3 August 2026 at 22:08
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GLP-1 use tied to obesity decline, but doctors warn of alarming misuse - NBC 5 Chicago
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As more Americans use GLP-1 medications for weight loss, doctors are reminding patients of the importance of medical necessity and supervision while using the…

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