local
Risks, side effects, effectiveness of GLP 1s for weight loss
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jocelyn Flores , KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Hospitals of Providence Weight-Loss Program was recently accredited as the only designated weight-loss surgery and weight-loss medicine program in the region. Dr. Benjamin Clapp joins KTSM 9 News Anchor Andy Morgan to talk about the rising popularity of GLP-1s for wei...
Story provenance No corrections
Summary created by The El Paso Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed Original reporting Jocelyn Flores, KTSM 9 News (NBC) Original story Read at the source Source published Jul 22, 2026 Indexed here Jul 22, 2026 AI assistance Automated summary drawn from the source’s own published text Prepublication human review No — editorial rules, flagged-item review, and published samples
Every story comes with a passport. How we work · Corrections log
Key takeaway Benjamin Clapp joins KTSM 9 News Anchor Andy Morgan to talk about the rising popularity of GLP-1s for weight loss as well as their risks, side effects, [...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The accreditation of the Hospitals of Providence Weight-Loss Program as a designated weight-loss surgery and weight-loss medicine program in the region is a significant development for El Paso residents struggling with weight management. As the program's experts, such as Dr. Benjamin Clapp, weigh in on the use of GLP-1s for weight loss, local patients will be watching closely for guidance on the potential benefits and drawbacks of these medications. With obesity rates a persistent concern in the El Paso area, the availability of evidence-based weight-loss treatments is crucial. The Hospitals of Providence program's accreditation is a vote of confidence in its ability to provide comprehensive and safe care, including the use of medications like GLP-1s. As the program moves forward, it will be important to monitor how it addresses the unique needs and health disparities of the local population, and how its expertise can be leveraged to support broader public health initiatives in El Paso.
About this story
Original reporting by KTSM 9 News (NBC) . The El Paso surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KTSM 9 News (NBC) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Hospitals of Providence Weight-Loss Program was recently accredited as the only designated weight-loss surgery and weight-loss medicine program in the region. Dr. Benjamin Clapp joins KTSM 9 News Anchor Andy Morgan to talk about the rising popularity of GLP-1s for wei...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 22, 2026 by KTSM 9 News (NBC) and curated for The El Paso readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Jocelyn Flores at KTSM 9 News (NBC). To learn more about how The El Paso selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The El Paso, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter