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AHA 2024. "...we did not anticipate this magnitude of increase in mortality," researchers said. They were also surprised by the population groups most affected.

In our latest episode, 2 obesity experts discuss the importance of early intervention to reduce risk for complications, suggestions for managing patients in primary care, and more.

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"Primary Viewpoints," a podcast from Patient Care Online, brings you an exclusive interview with Hiddo Heerspink, PhD, PharmD.

Results from the VENTURE phase 2 trial and a phase I oral formulation study found that VK2735, a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist, demonstrated promise in treating obesity.

Clinicians should continue to monitor trade-offs between pharmacologic and surgical management of obesity, researchers said.