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Sep 2025
Pharmacotherapy for Obesity Management
Introduction
According to Obesity Canada, an estimated 1 in 10 premature deaths among Canadian adults aged 20 to 64 are directly attributable to obesity. In addition to its effect on physical health, obesity affects peoples’ social and economic well-being due to the stigma associated with it. This tool aims to help guide discussions and decision-making between clinicians and patients in managing obesity with pharmacotherapy.
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Patient information: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1s)
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