
Commentary|Podcasts|August 30, 2023
Pharmacy Focus: Turning the Tide On Obesity - Episode 1
In this limited series, we speak with experts to understand the new frontier of anti-obesity drugs, as well as concerns and questions that still remain.
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With the emergence of semaglutide and other highly effective anti-obesity drugs, interest from researchers, clinicians, and patients has exploded. Celebrities have openly discussed using these medications for cosmetic purposes, and although that is not their indication it has led to many questions from patients. Even organizations like the
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