Parents weighing GLP-1 drugs for kids

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(NewsNation) — Obesity now affects roughly 20% of U.S. children, according to the CDC, and families are searching for solutions that could include injectable weight loss drugs such as Wegovy.

NewsNation’s Elizabeth Prann spoke with nurse practitioner Yarickza Lopez about what parents should consider when it comes to GLP-1 drugs and their kids.

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