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ENP85: Treat and Reduce Obesity Act

June 26, 2024·13 min·1 clip

"Politicians are not made of the same milk as scientists," says Congressman Ruiz about advocacy.

Congressman and physician Raul Ruiz discusses the bipartisan Treat and Reduce Obesity Act, which aims to expand Medicare coverage for obesity treatments and behavioral therapy. He explains the legislation's goals, the political obstacles around cost, and why obesity must be treated as a chronic disease rather than a personal choice.

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