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Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide for Weight Loss in Adults With Overweight or Obesity

Importance  Although tirzepatide and semaglutide were shown to reduce weight in randomized clinical trials, data from head-to-head comparisons in populations with overweight or obesity are not yet available. Objective  To compare on-treatment weight loss and rates of gastrointestinal adverse events (AEs) among…

Proximity to Golf Courses and Risk of Parkinson Disease

Importance  The role of pesticide exposure from golf courses in Parkinson disease (PD) risk remains unclear. Objective  To assess whether proximity to golf courses is associated with increased PD risk and to use information on groundwater vulnerability and municipal well locations to…

Viral Infections Associated With Injection Drug Use

This JAMA Insights discusses common viral infections associated with injection drug use, including HIV and hepatitis, as well as strategies for prevention.

A Solitary Firm Nodule on the Left Cheek

A woman in her 50s presented with a nodular lesion on her left cheek. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a well-defined, hypervascular, solid tumor located within the subcutaneous tissue with no evidence of invasion into adjacent structures. What is your diagnosis?

Approach to the Postmarket Evaluation of Consumer Wearable Technologies

Importance  Consumer wearable technologies have wide applications, including some that have US Food and Drug Administration clearance for health-related notifications. While wearable technologies may have premarket testing, validation, and safety evaluation as part of a regulatory authorization process, information on their…

Current and Future Medications for Obesity Treatment

This JAMA Insights article explores a variety of current and emerging nutrient-stimulated, hormone-based medications for the treatment of individuals with obesity.