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The European Union and the United States approve a new oral treatment for obesity

Danish laboratory Novo Nordisk obtains approval for its Wegovy tablet against obesity and diabetes.

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This medication, already approved in the UK, the US, and the EU, will require a medical prescription.

US group Eli Lilly is simultaneously developing Foundayo, a similar pill awaiting validation.

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Why it matters

Ces traitements pourraient offrir une alternative plus accessible aux injections pour des millions de patients souffrant d'obésité ou de diabète, avec un impact potentiel sur les systèmes de santé publique.

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