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Obesity treatment: WHO guideline on the use of GLP-1 therapies

Obesity treatment: WHO guideline on the use of GLP-1 therapies

WHO outlines first-ever global recommendations for GLP-1 medicines in obesity care, stressing long-term use and behavioural support

03 December,2025 06:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Study: Low choline levels in obese young adults may raise Alzheimer’s risk

Study: Low choline levels in obese young adults may raise Alzheimer’s risk

A new study finds that young adults with obesity show unusually low blood choline levels, a nutrient vital for liver function and brain health, potentially increasing Alzheimer’s risk

02 December,2025 11:56 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Medicines alone will not solve global obesity woes: WHO

Medicines alone will not solve global obesity woes: WHO

Obesity is a complex, chronic disease and a major driver of noncommunicable diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer. It also contributes to poorer outcomes for patients who have infectious diseases

02 December,2025 09:54 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Survey finds low awareness and high costs limit bariatric surgery access

Survey finds low awareness and high costs limit bariatric surgery access

However, most surgeons reported under-utilisation of insurance coverage due to low awareness, high out-of-pocket costs and complex paperwork

27 November,2025 09:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies

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