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Weight Loss Drugs and the Stigma: Understanding the Business of Shame

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Weight Loss Drugs and the Stigma: Understanding the Business of Shame

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  • The weight loss drug market is rapidly expanding, with new products emerging to compete with established names like Ozempic.
  • Societal attitudes toward obesity are complicated, leading to "Ozempic shaming" and the belief that using medication is a shortcut.
  • Experts argue that GLP-1 medications are essential tools for managing obesity-related health issues, not shortcuts.
  • Advertisements targeting GLP-1 drugs often use fear tactics and misinformation, discouraging individuals from seeking effective treatments.
  • Combating stigma requires education and awareness about the medical purposes of these medications to treat obesity with dignity.

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