In 2023, Black adults received only about 12 percent of prescriptions for popular anti-obesity drugs, while 85 percent went to White patients.21 This stark disparity underscores systemic inequities in the healthcare system, from provider bias to financial barriers, that disproportionately affect communities of color
Continuous overeating can lead to serious physical discomfort and health issues over time
Initial case reports and small observational studies suggested a possible signal
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Consume fast-acting carbohydrates and seek medical care if symptoms are severe or persist