Nearly Half of Americans Expected to Have Obesity in the Next 10 Years

Published Date: 19 Feb 2026

Effective policies needed to combat rising obesity prevalence, researchers urge

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Semaglutide and tirzepatide use is rising among patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases and is linked to meaningful 1-year weight loss, especially in tirzepatide users.

The Fracture Risk Assessment Tool predictions suggest patients who don’t meet guideline criteria for parathyroidectomy may nevertheless benefit from the surgery.

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Modeling finds marked early weight loss with tirzepatide that later plateaus as appetite returns and energy expenditure decreases, and discontinuation of the drug is linked to partial weight regain.

Emerging evidence suggests some sugar substitutes may affect metabolism, gut microbiome, and cardiovascular health more than previously recognized.

Weight bias, stigma, and discrimination are linked to poorer mental health and weight outcomes after bariatric surgery, although the long-term physical effects remain understudied.

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