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May 18, 2024 at 3:53 PM

1st long term study released on weight loss drug Wegovy

ABC News’ medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down the new study on Wegovy, finding that patients continually taking the medication maintained weight loss after four years.
May 18, 2024 at 3:53 PM
VIDEO: 1st long term study released on weight loss drug Wegovy
May 15, 2024 at 6:23 PM

Oprah apologizes for being ‘major contributor’ to diet culture

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton discusses Oprah apologizing for being a “major contributor” to diet culture.
May 15, 2024 at 6:23 PM
VIDEO: Oprah apologizes for being ‘major contributor’ to diet culture
May 15, 2024 at 3:09 PM

Kelly Clarkson faces backlash over use of weight loss drug

The singer and talk show host recently admitted that she used medication to lose weight.
May 15, 2024 at 3:09 PM
VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson faces backlash over use of weight loss drug
May 15, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Kelly Clarkson opens up about whether or not she is taking Ozempic

The singer and talk show host shared more about her weight loss journey.
May 15, 2024 at 1:01 PM
Kelly Clarkson hosting The Kelly Clarkson Show, April 15, 2024.
May 2, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Novo Nordisk executive responds to criticisms of Ozempic cost, availability

Negelle Morris, Novo Nordisk's senior vice president and head of U.S. cardiometabolic sales, spoke exclusively with ABC News.
May 2, 2024 at 9:01 PM
The anti-diabetic medication Ozempic is pictured in a pharmacy on April 13, 2023.
May 2, 2024 at 6:40 PM

Oprah Winfrey confirms she's on a weight-loss medication

Oprah Winfrey has confirmed she is on a weight loss medication and says she no longer believes her weight struggles are her fault.
May 2, 2024 at 6:40 PM
Oprah Winfrey attends the World Premiere of Warner Bros.' "The Color Purple" at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on December 06, 2023 in Los Angeles.
May 2, 2024 at 6:40 PM

First came Ozempic for weight loss, then came the shaming.

"Real Housewives" star Emily Simpson said she was shamed for using the drug to help lose weight.
May 2, 2024 at 6:40 PM
First came Ozempic for weight loss, then came the shaming.
May 2, 2024 at 6:39 PM

What to know about Ozempic and pregnancy and fertility

Doctors share what to know about the safety of taking Ozempic and other new drugs targeted for Type 2 diabetes and obesity while trying to conceive.
May 2, 2024 at 6:39 PM
Experts weigh in on what people should know about pregnancy and diabetes drugs like Ozempic.
May 2, 2024 at 6:38 PM

Barbra Streisand asks Melissa McCarthy about Ozempic, sparking debate on weight

Streisand's comment on an Instagram photo of McCarthy had people talking.
May 2, 2024 at 6:38 PM
Melissa McCarthy and Barbra Streisand pose backstage during the tour opener for "Barbra - The Music... The Mem'ries... The Magic!" in Los Angeles, Aug. 2, 2016.
May 2, 2024 at 6:37 PM

Top exec at maker of Ozempic, Wegovy talks surging demand

A senior vice president at Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, talks about the surging demand for their medications and addresses the frustration over high prices.
May 2, 2024 at 6:37 PM
VIDEO: Top exec at maker of Ozempic, Wegovy talks surging demand