Some consumers take tiny doses of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs or stretch out doses to cut costs and side effects.

Experts say drinking a lot of sweetened beverages can lead to obesity, diabetes and heart disease. This week, the federal government reversed decades of policy and allowed states to ban the use of ...

Obesity is defined in medical, scientific, and social terms, shaping care, policy, and stigma. New models aim for more precise, respectful, and person-centered approaches.

A new report about the extent of the health crisis facing America’s children paints a gloomy picture of what has been allowed ...

Locally produced versions of drugs like Semaglutide are helpful for patients with obesity and diabetes, but unprescribed use raises concerns ...

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said they are publishing a report in the next few months about ...

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) is a great example, with its shares down around 57% below the previous high. When a stock plunges as much ...

Trump's "MAHA" commission, led by RFK Jr., detailed four reasons they say causes childhood chronic disease. Here's what to ...

The waiver, which goes into effect Jan. 1, 2026, aligns SNAP-allowable purchases with the list of foods that are exempt from Iowa's sales tax.

This is the final in a four-part series in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Maintaining a healthy weight is often a factor in maintaining good mental health. Dr. Scot Currie and Dr. Matt Newlin ...

In many African cultures, a big belly has long been seen as a sign of wealth. But this perception is proving deadly as deaths ...

A specific group of nerve cells in the brain stem appears to control how semaglutide affects appetite and weight - without causing nausea ...