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CHOP doctors find access to GLP-1 drugs for childhood obesity remains limited

Childhood obesity is a major public health crisis, and doctors say GLP-1 drugs could help treat kids who already dealing with diabetes, sleep apnea, and other serious health issues.

However, new research from CHOP finds some families face barriers to accessing medications.

WHYY's Nicole Leonard reports.

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