Should obese kids be on Ozempic? WHO says yes, but under strict conditions
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The World Health Organization's first-ever childhood obesity guidelines say GLP-1 weight loss drugs, like Ozempic, can be considered for those aged 10 to 19, but only after other supervised interventions have failed. The National is the flagship of CBC News showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news
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