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One Weight Loss Strategy Is 5x More Effective Than Ozempic, Trials Show


Ozempic and other semaglutide medications have been working wonders in terms of shedding pounds for many people, but a new study shows that they're still not as effective as surgery when it comes to weight loss – and it's not even close.

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