obesity crisis

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Weight Loss Wars: Inside the Fierce Race for America's Next Blockbuster Drug

The US weight-loss drug market has exploded, igniting an intense rivalry between pharmaceutical giants. This battle isn't just about market share; it's about reshaping public health and access to grou...

Mar 23, 2026 5 min read

Health

Beyond the 'Skinny Jab': Why Chris Whitty Sees Drug Dependency as a National Setback

England's Chief Medical Officer warns that while new weight-loss medications are powerful tools, relying on them to solve the obesity crisis ignores the root causes of a broken food environment.

Mar 7, 2026 5 min read