Ethan Lazarus, MD
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4 Min Read

With U.S. obesity rate over 40%, 3 treatment keys for doctors

The AMA recognized obesity as a disease a decade ago, yet the epidemic has worsened. Learn how physicians can address obesity like any other condition.

Chronic Diseases
Person holding a bottle of nutritional supplement capsules
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8 Min Read

Questions patients may have about weight-loss drugs

The rise in popularity of Wegovy, Ozempic and other anti-obesity medications, has led to more questions among patients with obesity or type 2 diabetes.

Behavioral Health
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of June 12, 2023

In the news: “Treatment-resistant depression” tied to medication side effects, obesity’s irreversible impact on brain, youth suicide and homicide rates and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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4 Min Read

For patients with obesity, brain’s pathways tell the tale

With a condition as stigmatized as obesity, physicians must bring an understanding of the brain science behind weight loss and weight gain.

Chronic Diseases
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 27, 2023

In the news: Overweight, obesity rates could double by 2035, sugar substitute may raise risk for stroke and heart attack, OTC at-home COVID/flu test and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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25 Min Read

Obesity, weight loss treatments, set point theory & more with Fatima Cody Stanford, MD, MPH

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about redefining obesity as a brain disease rather than a consequence of poor health choices.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update
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25 Min Read

Obesity, weight loss treatments, set point theory & more with Fatima Cody Stanford, MD, MPH [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about redefining obesity as a brain disease rather than a consequence of poor health choices.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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5 Min Read

5 ways to help patients with obesity make lifestyle changes

Learn how to talk with patients with obesity to ensure they get the evidence-based treatment and support they deserve.

Chronic Diseases
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3 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of April 4, 2022

In the news: U.S. a leader in preventable deaths of reproductive age women, obesity rose sharply among adults during the pandemic, COVID hospitalizations drop and more.

Publications & Newsletters