Number of Americans taking GLP-1s for weight loss hits record high: Survey

Global World Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:10:12 GMT Moderate confidence — 71/100

A record number of Americans are taking GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, according to a new Gallup survey released Tuesday — a massive increase over the past two years.
According to the poll, 11 percent of Americans currently take a GLP-1 medication for weight loss, compared to just 3 percent in 2024.

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A record number of Americans are taking GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, according to a new Gallup survey released Tuesday — a massive increase over the past two years.
According to the poll, 11 percent of Americans currently take a GLP-1 medication for weight loss, compared to just 3 percent in 2024.

Sources: The Hill