Bariatric surgery beats GLP-1s for type 2 diabetes across income levels, study says - statnews.com
Google News • 1/19/2026 – 1/21/2026
Summary
A study reported by StatNews indicates that bariatric surgery is more effective than GLP-1 medications for managing type 2 diabetes across various income levels. The research highlights that bariatric surgery leads to greater fat loss and improved body composition compared to GLP-1 therapy, as noted in findings published in JAMA.
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