Childhood and teen obesity rates have soared to record highs with about 1 in 5 living with obesity. The FDA has approved GLP-1 drugs for weight loss among kids 12 and older. Dr. Rachel Pessah-Pollack explains the risks and benefits, who may be a candidate and more.
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Weighing the risks and benefits of GLP-1 drugs for kids struggling with obesity
Childhood and teen obesity rates have soared to record highs with about 1 in 5 living with obesity. The FDA has approved GLP-1 drugs for weight loss among kids 12 and older. Dr. Rachel Pessah-Pollack explains the risks and benefits, who may be a candidate and more.
Published June 23, 2026, 1:31 PM
Updated June 23, 2026, 2:25 PM1.9K
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