π New WHO Guidance on GLP-1 Therapies: A Turning Point in Obesity Care ππ
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The latest JAMA report highlights a pivotal moment in global health: the WHO's evidence-informed guideline on GLP-1 therapies for adults living with obesity. With over 1 billion people affected worldwide, this chronic, relapsing disease demands integrated, equitable, lifelong care.
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The guidance underscores two essentials:
π Long-term GLP-1 therapy for those living with obesity
π€ Intensive behavioral support to amplify and sustain benefits
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But the message is clearβmedication alone is not enough. True progress requires strong health systems, equitable access, and person-centered prevention and care.
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A timely call to action for clinicians, policymakers, and health leaders everywhere. π±π