Who Should Really Be on Weight-Loss Drugs?
Briefly

The emergence of GLP-1 drugs has created a debate about appropriate prescription. Although effective for weight loss and appealing to the overweight population, the medications are costly and problematic for long-term use. High-profile cases, such as that of Donald Trump, emphasize the importance of focusing on risk factors like heart health over simple weight metrics. Trump's recent weight loss has sparked speculation about whether he used GLP-1s, but his significant cardiac risk necessitates a more nuanced approach to determining who should use these drugs.
The rising interest in GLP-1 drugs for weight loss highlights the complex decision-making process behind their prescription, particularly for those at cardiovascular risk versus general obesity.
The case of Donald Trump's weight loss raises questions about metrics for health; it illustrates that weight alone shouldn't dictate treatment decisions as cardiac risk factors are more critical.
Read at The Atlantic
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