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🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Model Tess Holliday claims she was denied life insurance for weighing 'over 300 lbs'

Model Tess Holliday expresses frustration over being denied life insurance coverage due to her weight, highlighting issues of fatphobia within the medical industry.

Feb 26 • 23:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Sofía Montenegro, the UFC fighter who suffered from overweight, bullying, and is a primary school teacher

Sofía Montenegro, a 26-year-old UFC fighter from Córdoba, overcame childhood bullying and weight issues to pursue a successful career in mixed martial arts while also working as a primary school teacher.

Feb 26 • 16:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Comedian Taking 'Drugs' for Weight Loss, Claims to Have Lost 75 Kilograms...

Famous comedian Tanmay Bhat, who struggled with weight issues for a long time, has revealed he lost 110 kilograms and admitted to taking GLP-1 drugs for his weight loss journey.

Feb 25 • 13:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"My weight skyrocketed": the most feared adverse effect of Ozempic that a Victoria's Secret model experienced

Remi Bader, a Victoria's Secret model, reported severe weight gain and adverse side effects associated with the diabetes medication Ozempic, which she used to manage her weight and health issues.

Feb 24 • 11:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

The Lightness and Weight of Life Embodied in Music

The article discusses issues with loading a webpage and suggests solutions for users experiencing this problem.

Feb 22 • 19:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Should pharmaceutical companies advertise to consumers?

The article discusses the personal experience of Tamar Abrams, who turned to Ozempic, a diabetes medication associated with weight loss, due to health issues stemming from personal hardships and the influence of advertising.

Feb 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Janne Kataja was 'sickly overweight' – then he started medication and received a crucial tip from his doctor

Finnish actor Janne Kataja struggled with significant weight issues and knee pain, prompting a shift in his health approach through medication and professional guidance.

Feb 22 • 04:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Dietician issues verdict on whether chewing gum helps you lose weight

A dietitian evaluates the effectiveness of chewing gum as a weight loss aid, highlighting its potential benefits and limitations.

Feb 22 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cargo with weight-loss pens, cell phones, and appliances seized by the PRF in Southern Piauí

The Federal Highway Police (PRF) intercepted a truck carrying weight-loss pens, cell phones, appliances, and a video game in Piauí, revealing issues with legal compliance regarding purchases made in Paraguay.

Feb 20 • 13:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

MAFS star shows off incredible 3st weight loss after marriage issues sparked body-shaming row

Dean Vary, a star from Married At First Sight UK, showcased his significant three stone weight loss following body-shaming incidents related to his marriage.

Feb 19 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Time, Weight, Blood Type: Here are the Key Issues for the Decision on the Transplant

Experts in Naples are facing crucial decisions regarding a heart transplant for a young patient who previously underwent a transplant with a damaged heart.

Feb 18 • 09:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Literature: With Champagne Through All Crises

A story in which a Jewish protagonist and a Hipster rabbi find warmth in a Berlin eatery on a cold evening, reflecting the weight of historical memories and contemporary issues.

Feb 17 • 13:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Win Over Weight: Top Doctors Discuss Solutions for Obesity and Diabetes at Aaj Tak's Platform

At the 'Sahitya Aaj Tak 2026' festival in Lucknow, leading doctors shared insights and solutions for serious health issues like obesity and diabetes.

Feb 15 • 09:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Carnival, Alcohol and Weight Loss Pens: Why This Combination Is the Worst Possible

A young public relations professional experienced health issues while celebrating a pre-Carnival event in São Paulo, highlighting concerns over the risks of mixing weight-loss medications with alcohol.

Feb 13 • 18:29 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Adriano Zendejas defends Samadhi following withdrawal from Supernova Genesis 2026 fight: 'She is not afraid'

Actor Adriano Zendejas publicly defends his sister Samadhi Zendejas after she withdrew from a scheduled fight at Supernova Genesis 2026, addressing criticism about her weight.

Feb 13 • 17:23 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Klarlund: You ask if there is always a virus present. The answer is yes

An inquiry discusses the relationship between weight loss and potential health issues, including polyneuropathy and diabetes.

Feb 11 • 12:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pancreatitis Is Listed in the Package Insert of Weight Loss Pens and Use Should Be Monitored by a Doctor

Brazil's health agency issues a warning about the risk of pancreatitis associated with GLP-1 agonist medications, also known as weight loss pens, following reports of suspected deaths.

Feb 11 • 01:04 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Margot Robbie reveals her blunt ‘f--- you’ response to male co-star’s unwelcome gift

Margot Robbie recounted an inappropriate incident from her early career when a male co-star gifted her a book suggesting she should eat less, to which she reacted strongly.

Feb 11 • 00:24 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

"There is a lot of weight in the matter"

The article discusses a significant issue currently being addressed in Iceland.

Feb 10 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning City South of Minas on Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Multiple serious issues are being reported in Brazil, including a potential link between deaths and weight loss pens, inflation concerns, and a troubling corruption perception index.

Feb 10 • 12:13 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Win over Weight: A New Attempt to Change the Conversation on Weight Gain

Cipla and India Today Group have initiated 'Win Over Weight', a campaign focused on addressing weight-related health issues through trustful dialogues with doctors.

Feb 10 • 09:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Anvisa issues alert against the use of weight-loss pens without medical supervision

Brazil's health regulatory agency, Anvisa, has issued a warning regarding the dangerous use of weight-loss pens, citing potential health risks including severe pancreatitis and death.

Feb 9 • 23:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: EPTV 2 South of Minas on Monday, February 9, 2026

ANVISA issues a warning after a rise in pancreatitis notifications related to weight loss pens.

Feb 9 • 22:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Anvisa issues alert for pancreatitis risk associated with weight loss pens

Anvisa has issued an alert about the risk of pancreatitis linked to the use of weight loss pens, following reports of six deaths associated with GLP-1 receptor antagonists.

Feb 9 • 18:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Anvisa issues alert for weight loss pens used without medical supervision

Brazil's health agency Anvisa warns against the use of weight loss pens for obesity and diabetes treatment without medical oversight due to rising cases of pancreatitis.

Feb 9 • 16:32 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Copy pill withdrawn - now Novo stock rises

Novo Nordisk's stock has risen by eight percent following the withdrawal of a competing weight loss drug by online pharmacy Hims & Hers due to regulatory issues.

Feb 9 • 08:06 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria’s inherited crisis: Reform, responsibility, and the weight of history

The article discusses Nigeria's deep-rooted issues over the decades and the unreasonableness of expecting swift reforms from President Bola Tinubu amid structural decay and elite capture.

Feb 6 • 00:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Radio show host became barely recognizable: lost 39 kg and revealed how she managed it

Radio show host Julija shared her weight loss journey on Instagram, explaining how stress, hormonal disorders, and psychological issues contributed to her rapid weight gain, and detailing her process of finding the right medication with her psychiatrist.

Feb 3 • 19:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Poet Normunds Beļskis has lost 48 kilograms in a year. What is his secret?

Poet and health minister advisor Normunds Beļskis lost 48 kilograms due to health issues, aided by a doctor's supervision of a weight loss medication after undergoing hip surgeries.

Feb 3 • 08:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I lost 4.5 stone on Dr Michael Mosley's diet and it saved my life

Charlene Perry lost 4.5 stone on Dr. Michael Mosley's diet, which helped her avoid serious health issues related to her weight gain after childbirth.

Feb 3 • 08:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Backpack should not exceed 10% of the child's weight, say specialists

Experts recommend that children's backpacks should not weigh more than 10% of their body weight to prevent health issues.

Feb 2 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

What is Cushing's syndrome, the condition that made Amy Schumer gain weight?

Cushing's syndrome is a rare condition caused by excess cortisol in the body, which can lead to various health issues, including weight gain, as experienced by Amy Schumer.

Jan 5 • 12:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Professor Tim Spector issues dire health warning over skinny jabs

Nutrition expert Professor Tim Spector warns that focusing solely on weight loss through GLP-1 medications will not effectively address Britain's obesity crisis.

Jan 4 • 16:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Urgent warning about contaminated weight loss injections from UK Government

The UK Government warns that contaminated weight loss injections bought from unreliable online sources can lead to severe heart and psychological issues.

Jan 4 • 14:14 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Losing abdominal fat after 30: 4 golden rules from the expert

The article discusses the challenges of losing abdominal fat after age 30 due to metabolic slowdown, hormonal changes, and stress, offering expert rules to manage these issues.

Dec 27 • 06:00 UTC

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