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The Online GLP-1 Marketplace

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.

June LFD

Understanding PMOS

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.

May LFD

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

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.

 

 

 

News Archive

January 2024 Letter from the Director

Understanding Food Noise

Weight Watchers and the STOP Obesity Alliance collaborated on a study to better understand food noise and how it impacts people with overweight and obesity.

December 2023 Letter from the Director

The SELECT Study

The results from the SELECT trial provide evidence that weight management is an effective strategy to prevent future adverse cardiovascular outcomes.

November 2023 Letter from the Director

Intensive Behavioral Therapy

Many studies of behavioral interventions have shown success in helping patients control their weight while also reducing obesity-related comorbidities.

October 2023 Letter from the Director

The Economic Impact of Obesity

Obesity has a significant impact on the economy at the state, national, and global level.

September 2023 Letter from the Director

Quality Measurement in Delivery of Obesity Care

The development of obesity quality measures is essential for ensuring that patients receive comprehensive obesity care.

August 2023 Letter from the Director

Patient Adherence to Anti-Obesity Medications

As insurance companies struggle with how and whether to cover AOMs, it is important to consider how patients will adhere to taking them to ensure positive health outcomes.

July 2023 Letter from the Director

Brain Signaling and Obesity

Researchers investigated how post-ingestion nutrient signals in the brain differ between people with and without obesity.

June 2023 Letter from the Director

Food Insecurity, Food Environment, and Obesity

The food environment and food security are directly linked to diet-related chronic disease outcomes, including obesity.

May 2023 Letter from the Director

School Lunch Programs and Youth Weight Gain During the Pandemic

Disrupted routines, school closures, increased stress, and less physical activity and proper nutrition all likely contributed to rises in childhood obesity rates during the pandemic.

April 2023 Letter from the Director

Drug Metabolism in People With Obesity

Research presented at a recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) workshop indicates the need for more comprehensive testing of new medications in people with obesity.

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