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Recent Letters from the Director

The Online GLP-1 Marketplace

July 31, 2026

A recent research letter published in JAMA by Chetty et al describes the experience of a secret shopper in obtaining GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA) from online sources.

Understanding PMOS

June 30, 2026

PCOS was recently renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to address the inadequate treatment that has resulted from its perception as a condition limited to fertility.

Lessons from the STOP Obesity Alliance: A Reflection on Obesity Advocacy

May 29, 2026

This month's author is, Aden Belay, MPH, the STOP Obesity Alliance student research assistant who recently graduated from the Milken Institute School of Public Health.

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The Online GLP-1 Marketplace

July 31, 2026

A recent research letter published in JAMA by Chetty et al describes the experience of a secret shopper in obtaining GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA) from online sources.

Understanding PMOS

June 30, 2026

PCOS was recently renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to address the inadequate treatment that has resulted from its perception as a condition limited to fertility.

Lessons from the STOP Obesity Alliance: A Reflection on Obesity Advocacy

May 29, 2026

This month's author is, Aden Belay, MPH, the STOP Obesity Alliance student research assistant who recently graduated from the Milken Institute School of Public Health.

A Pathway to Coverage of GLP-1s in Medicare and Medicaid

April 30, 2026

Last fall, the Trump administration announced an historic expansion of obesity treatment coverage for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries.

Weight Regain After Obesity Treatment

March 31, 2026

As options for the treatment of obesity have rapidly expanded, a major concern has been weight regain among treated patients with obesity.

Obesity Care Week 2026

February 27, 2026

Obesity Care Week (OCW) brings together advocates and organizations nationwide to raise awareness, educate, and advocate for people affected by obesity.

The New Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030

January 30, 2026

Earlier this month, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs).

Guest Letter: A Path Forward: What’s Possible for Obesity Care in 2026

January 1, 2026

Last month, the administration delivered another critical victory: a landmark Medicare and Medicaid price negotiation deal for the GLP-1 medications Wegovy and Zepbound.