Studies have consistently shown that women who are overweight or obese have difficulty becoming pregnant. Once pregnant, the risk of complications, such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes, acute liver injury, emergency cesarean delivery, and stillbirth, can increase(1). The use of anti-obesity medication in a woman of childbearing age
Editor's note: "Navigating the Risks of GLP-1 Medications After Bariatric Surgery" by Patricia Hill is part one of a three-part series. Recently, the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists, like Wegovy, Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Zepbound, has gained popularity as an effective treatment for weight management and type 2 diabetes. We already
If you’ve seen the news or been on social media in recent months, then you’ve undoubtedly heard the hype about trending medications used for weight loss. While celebrities are quick to tout their success using these drugs, are they really safe and effective for long-term weight Loss? Before jumping on
