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Opinion: Children with obesity deserve access to treatment, not stigma
By Special to El Paso Matters at El Paso Matters
· July 15, 2026
· 4 min read
By Dr. Lourdes Asiain
As a pediatrician and physician certified in obesity medicine, I care for children, adolescents and young adults living with obesity every day. One of the most frustrating aspects of my work is knowing that highly effective treatments exist, yet many families are blocked ...
Key takeaway One in four Texas youths ages 6-17 is affected by obesity, compared with one in five nationwide.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: El Paso Matters ·
Reading time: 4 min
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As a pediatrician and physician certified in obesity medicine, I care for children, adolescents and young adults living with obesity every day. One of the most frustrating aspects of my work is knowing that highly effective treatments exist, yet many families are blocked ...
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