Ozempic, a drug sold on social networks as a weight loss miracle drug, is a real scourge and shows that we are unable to treat obesity, says a lipidologist and pediatrician specializing in obesity and cardiovascular diseases.

This drug is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes. It is also possible to use it to treat obesity, but under close medical supervision.

“The miracle injection goes hand in hand with professional follow-up examinations,” said Dr. Julie St-Pierre on Alexandre Dubé’s microphone QUB radio. Unless you have people around to support you with lifestyle changes, you will notice weight gain after you stop taking the medication, and even more weight gain than before you started the medication. »

According to the pediatrician, those who choose to take Ozempic without follow-up care are at very high risk of ending up in the emergency room due to side effects and improperly adjusted dosage.

“There are so many requests for Ozempic that insurers no longer want to pay,” explains Dr. St Pierre. We deprive people who really need it. »

• Listen to journalist Florence Lamoureux’s column as she explains what Ozempic is. followed from an interview with There dr Julie St-Pierre, lipidologist and pediatrician specializing in obesity and cardiovascular diseases, at the microphone of Alexandre Dubé via QUB radio :

Obesity and our ability to treat it

dr Julie St-Pierre has worked with children suffering from obesity for years. Even in 2023, this condition, “which is not a question of will”, is still heavily stigmatized. In her opinion, the Quebec government could do more.

” I’m angry! It’s been 10 years now since I go home with my little fundraiser year after year. I’ll be knocking on government doors to find out if the budget for aftercare for children suffering from obesity , is renewed,” said Dr. St-Pierre.

And every time it’s the same scenario, even if obesity is on the rise in Quebec.

“I had to wait months for an answer,” she laments. My employees don’t know if they will keep their jobs. “Parents and children worry about keeping their doctor and their follow-up care,” the pediatrician said.

The latter states that 80% of chronic diseases, such as a heart attack, are due to obesity. Likewise, 30 types of cancer are associated with obesity.

“It is disastrous to see how our society fails to treat people. We’re ostriches in Quebec and we can’t stick our heads out of the sand. We have to do something and take it seriously,” she said.

The IOC President accuses the Ukrainian government of not letting some of its athletes compete against Russian athletes

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President German Thomas Bach said that Ukrainian athletes “are being discriminated against by their own government” by being denied entry to some competitions where representatives of Russia, an invading country, are registered. Ukraine and its ally Belarus. Bach reminded that this measure could prevent them from qualifying for the 2024 Paris Games. “Many Ukrainians would have liked to compete internationally, but they couldn’t.” [los recientes mundiales de] Judo and Taekwondo on the orders of the Ukrainian Ministry of Sports,” Bach complained. “They are sanctioned by their own government,” he added.

Bach briefed the IOC Assembly, convening for its 140th session this Thursday, on the situation resulting from the war in Ukraine, before debating the future of Olympic boxing, the main item on the agenda. “It is difficult to understand,” said the President, “that the government of Ukraine denies its own athletes the qualification for Paris 2024. It’s hard to understand why they are allowed to compete in tennis but not in table tennis; why cycling but not swimming; Why in fencing in test A but not in test B”.

In the last European fencing tournaments, which were transferred from Poland to Bulgaria after the Polish government did not issue visas to Russian athletes, everyone took part, but the Ukrainians only took part in the trials without Russians. Thomas Bach said that the Ukrainian team deserved the opportunity to be “enthusiastically received by hundreds of thousands of people lining the Seine” at the opening ceremony in Paris. “It would be a strong demonstration of resistance,” he said.

Bach has reiterated his idea that by encouraging the participation of all athletes, regardless of passport, he is protecting “the unity of the Olympic Movement, the true nature of sport on a global scale.” Should the opposite occur, he added, “we would end up with only competitions between athletes from the same political bloc and the universal Olympic Games would no longer be possible.”

Bach recalled that 141 countries had condemned the war in Ukraine, but only 52 governments “representing 15% of the world’s population” had imposed sanctions on the Russian and Belarusian governments. “It is the description of the reality of a fragmented world. “In this world, we athletes must protect our unit, our values ​​and oppose any kind of discrimination,” he said.

When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, the IOC recommended banning Russians and Belarusians from competitions, or at best forcing them to compete as neutrals. A year later, coinciding with qualifying for the Paris 2024 Games, the organization advised federations to authorize their return, always as neutrals and in case they were not affiliated with the army or actively supporting the war. (Eph)

Beijing on Thursday recorded the hottest June day on record, the national weather service said. Temperatures exceeded 40 degrees Celsius in large parts of northern China.

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Rising temperatures around the world – mostly caused by the use of fossil fuels – are leading to more and more extreme weather conditions, scientists say. Deadly heat waves and record temperatures have hit many Asian countries in recent weeks.

At the Nanjiao Meteorological Station in southern Beijing, which serves as a benchmark for temperatures in the Chinese capital, mercury reached 41.1 °C (106 degrees Fahrenheit) at 15:19 (07:19 GMT) Thursday, as of the Weather Service announced in a press release also published by the public broadcaster CCTV.

This is half a degree above the station’s monthly record of 40.6°C set in June 1961 and behind the 41.9°C set in July 1999.

“This station has only had temperatures above 41°C three times since records began,” the weather service said, adding that “this scorching heat in Beijing will continue for the next two days, with temperatures reaching 38°C and 39°C become.” .

Other weather stations around the capital recorded even higher temperatures on Thursday, including Tanghekou in northern Beijing, which reached 41.8C in the early afternoon and was becoming the hottest place in the country, according to state media.

Along Beijing’s canals, residents tried to escape the scorching heat by swimming and splashing in the water.

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In the nearby city of Tianjin, home to more than 13 million people, temperatures in the center have also risen sharply, with the western district of Xiqing recording the hottest June day on record at 40.6C.

Around 17 weather stations across the country recorded “extreme temperature records” on Thursday, according to the National Meteorological Center (NMC).

“Protect yourself from the sun”

“June has never been so hot, but now it’s so hot my hands are shaking,” wrote a user on Chinese social network Weibo.

“Are there three suns burning over Beijing right now? It’s hot enough to trigger depression,” said another.

The hot weather comes on the first day of the Dragon Boat Festival, a three-day celebration that sees many Chinese gather with family and friends.

High temperatures in northern China are expected to continue during the three holidays, particularly around Beijing and parts of Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang.

“These current high-temperature weather systems are affecting large areas and are long-lasting,” said a commentator on state broadcaster CCTV.

Authorities have urged people to limit the time they spend outdoors, warning of the increased risk of heat stroke and other health problems.

The Beijing Weather Bureau issued an extreme heat warning, urging people to “refrain from outdoor exercise for long periods of time… and to take effective measures to protect themselves from the heat of the sun.”

In Tianjin, which was also on alert, officials said “the general public (should) remain vigilant and take precautions” against heat stroke.

Last week, Beijing recorded its highest temperature in mid-June. Weather officials urged people to stay home as the mercury temperature hit 39.4C.

Charles and Camilla broke down in tears this afternoon as they clinched their first-ever Ascot win – before the King knocked over his trophy in an emotional moment on the podium.

The royal couple was overcome with emotion as they watched from the royal box as their horse Desert Hero won the King George V race.

After two defeats yesterday, Charles and Camilla celebrated their first win at Royal Ascot, the first since the Queen’s death last September.

Over the course of her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth claimed over 24 Ascot victories – and Zara Tindall said the moment was “bittersweet” for King Charles and Camilla.

Speaking to ITV, Princess Anne’s daughter said: “It’s bittersweet to think how proud and excited the Queen would have been.”

King Charles appeared emotional as he won his first Ascot race with Queen Camilla this afternoon

Pictured: King Charles and Camilla were so excited when their horse Desert Hero won the King George V race

King Charles accidentally knocked over the trophy at the awards ceremony this afternoon

The late Queen (pictured at Ascot in 2018) attended the annual racing event for almost 70 consecutive years

‘To have a winner for Charles and Camilla and to keep that dream alive.’ And besides, what a race!’

The couple’s coach, William Haggas, added: “They absolutely love it.”

“They’ve been looking forward to Ascot for a long time, it’s very important for horse racing, important for the king and queen to enjoy.”

During the award ceremony, King Charles accidentally knocked over the trophy and couldn’t hide his joy.

The late Queen had a lifelong love of horses – when she was four, her grandfather George V gave her a Shetland pony named Peggy.

According to her racing adviser, the late monarch, who passed away last September at the age of 96, “spoke to the end about her love for her horses”.

Mr Warren said he spent the weekend before the Queen’s death in Scotland talking about her horses as they had done so many times before.

“We sat for hours over the weekend strategizing and making plans for the future,” he said.

King Charles and Queen Camilla broke down in tears this afternoon as they secured their first-ever Ascot victory

King Charles couldn’t hide his delight when he was presented with the King George V Stakes trophy

Queen Camilla giggled when King Charles accidentally knocked over her trophy during the presentation

Charles and Camilla beamed as they were presented with the trophy at Ascot racecourse today

Tom Marquand riding Desert Hero and posing with the trophy after winning the King George V Stakes on day three of Royal Ascot 2023

Charles posed for a photo with Desert Hero and Tom Marquand after winning the King George V Stakes at 3:05 p.m

Pictured: King Charles and Queen Camilla spoke to their jockey after his win this afternoon

King Charles and Queen Camilla went to the racecourse to congratulate the jockey and desert hero

This year, Royal Ascot paid a heartwarming tribute to the Queen with a photo exhibition of her racing highlights.

After her coronation in 1953, the Queen traveled to Berkshire racecourses at least once a year to attend the event – only missing out in 2020 due to Covid lockdowns.

To mark the first festival of Ascot since her death, organizers have shared a heartwarming collection of photos from the Queen’s visits to Ascot over the years.

This includes a black and white photo of the royal horsewoman on the tracks in 1960 when she was 34.

The mother-of-four was pictured wearing a headscarf and riding boots as her horse galloped around the track.

The Queen took part in an unofficial race along with other members of her royal party and ended up finishing fourth.

In addition, the organizers also selected a photo of the beaming Queen at Ladies Day 2013.

The event proved to be one of the Queen’s most successful Ascots as her horse Estimate won the Gold Cup – making her the first monarch to win the award in 200 years.

King Charles led the procession for a third day today as he arrived at Royal Ascot with Queen Camilla.

The 74-year-old monarch opted for a traditional charcoal morning suit and pink tie, which he paired with a black top hat.

Queen Camilla, 75, looked appropriately elegant in a pale green V-neck coat dress by British designer Anna Valentine, which she also owns in pink.

The King appeared to have been congratulated by others in the Royal Box after his victory this afternoon

Charles and Camilla appeared to be in tears today as they responded to the crowd’s cheers

King Charles cheered with delight from the Royal Boxe at Ascot as his horse Desert Hero competed in the King George V race

King Charles roared as his horse raced in excitement – while Camilla also looked mesmerized

The royal couple turned to each other after claiming their maiden Royal Ascot victory this afternoon

The royal couple was overcome with emotion as they watched from the royal box as their horse Desert Hero won the King George V race

King Charles looked tearful as he made his way to the awards ceremony to collect his trophy

Camilla seemed completely overcome with emotion at that moment and tears filled her eyes

The royal couple appeared delighted as they beamed at each other after their horse’s victory

The royal couple seemed completely fascinated by the race as it started at Ascot on Ladies Day

Before the race, Charles was seen examining the booklet in the Royal Box at Berkshire Racecourse

The stylish queen paired it with a matching feather-trimmed hat by Phillip Treacy – who also designed her wedding headpieces.

Camilla also wore a diamond brooch from the late Queen, a five strand pearl necklace, a Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet and a pair of pristine white gloves.

The Earl of Snowdon, King Charles’ cousin, and his horse trainer Mark Prescott were also in the carriage with the royal couple.

As their horse-drawn carriage pulled into the royal grounds, the group was greeted with great cheers from the crowd.

Princess Anne – dressed in a chic green lace dress and white hat – and her husband Sir Timothy Laurence followed in the second carriage.

Meanwhile, the royal princess’ daughter Zara Tindall and her son-in-law Mike skipped the royal procession and headed straight to the races.

Also present was Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani, a member of the Qatari royal family and also a horse owner.

David Armstrong-Jones, Viscount Linely, also known as Earl Snowdon, is the son of the late Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl of Snowdon.

His sister, Lady Sarah Chatto, and her husband, Daniel Chatto, also attended the procession, along with Lord Nicolas Soames, a former Conservative MP and grandson of Winston Churchill.

Camilla’s friends, Colin Chisholm and Baroness Chisholm von Owlpen, as well as horse trainers Rachel and John Gosden, Lady Carolyn Warren and John Warren also attended the procession.

King Charles and Queen Camilla looked in high spirits as they arrived at Royal Ascot this afternoon

The 75-year-old Queen looked dapper at the races in a lime green coat dress and matching plumed hat

Queen Camilla pictured wearing a green coat dress by Anna Valentine and a hat by Phillip Treacy for Ascot

King Charles wore a gray suit, black top hat and pink printed tie on the third day of Royal Ascot

The newly crowned King and Queen were greeted with great cheers upon their arrival at Royal Ascot today

It looks set to be a busy day for King Charles – after he attended a Windrush service at St George’s Chapel to mark the 75th anniversary of the historic migration of Caribbean and Commonwealth citizens to Britain.

The British royal family attended the event in large numbers this week, including King Charles, Camilla, Princess Anne, 71, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, as well as Princess Beatrice, 33, and Edoardo Mapelli-Mozzi, 38.

Zara and Mike Tindall are leading the royal arrivals today and more from The Firm is expected to be seen today.

Sabrina Elba, the actress and wife of superstar Idris Elba, led the glamor today in a Kate Middleton-inspired white selfie suit and beret costing £710.

Zara stunned in a short-sleeved French lace dress by Scanlan Theodore, which she paired with an Emily London hat with pretty floral details.

Princess Anne’s daughter – who was styled by Annie Miall – wore nude heels by Julia Mays and jewelry by Lauren Coste, Sif Jakobs and Astley Clarke.

Many of the female dressmakers made the most of the relaxed new rules – which allow people to dress to male and female dress codes regardless of gender – and women in trousers and three-piece suits.

Pictured: King Charles beams at the crowds as he arrives at Royal Ascot with his wife Queen Camilla

The Earl of Snowdon, King Charles’ cousin, and his horse trainer Mark Prescott were also in the carriage with the royal couple

Princess Anne seen arriving at Ascot with husband Sir Timothy Laurence in a carriage behind Charles and Camilla

Zara and Mike Tindall led the Ladies Day arrival of the royal family as they arrived for the third day of Royal Ascot

Zara opted for a summery white lace dress for the occasion, while her rugby ace husband Mike paired them in neutral tones

Others, however, opted for plunging necklines and rocking heels, which will no doubt be revealed as the celebrations unfold.

Yesterday was a hot day as the champagne flowed freely and the guests were very merry well into the night.

As the drinks increased and the revelers began to celebrate their victories, they began to relax and fool around with each other, in good spirits on a sunny day.

Among the scenes of revelers heading home after a day of partying were smart women who had ditched their heels in favor of sensible flats to travel home, and a gentleman grabbing some snacks had to bridge it the evening.

The stylish contestants made for a colorful and glamorous spectacle as they arrived at the track early for another day of exciting racing and plenty of partying.

Many opted for wild and wonderful outfits for the occasion, some taking advantage of this year’s updated dress code that allows women to wear pants.

Pictured: The Queen appeared in high spirits when she arrived at Royal Ascot in June 2021 in what was to be her final visit to the races

Pictured: The Queen’s Racing Highlights exhibition, shown at Ascot this year

The glamorous scenes at the start of day two, where white seemed to be the color of the moment for early visitors, follow hilarious antics captured last night as the festival’s opening day drew to a close.

Before the queen’s vase went off, the queen was seen swaying nervously with anticipation.

Frankie Dettori was celebrated as he won the Queen’s Vase and celebrated his trademark by jumping out of the saddle onto the ground.

Despite their losses at the racecourse, the royal couple appeared in high spirits as they met up with other family members.

King Charles and Queen Camilla abandoned Zara Tindall earlier in the afternoon.

As Royal Ascot opened in 2023, royalty flocked to the racecourse to celebrate King Charles’ first event as monarch.

The royal roster included King Charles and Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Zara and Mike Tindall, and Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

The two appeared to be enjoying the sunshine of the event as they arrived ahead of the royal procession

Sir Clive Alderton and his wife Lady Alderton, private secretary to King Charles III. and Queen Camilla, also joined in the racing fun

Glamorous racegoers flaunted their splendor as they arrived for Day 3 of Royal Ascot today – many donned sky-high headpieces and form-fitting dresses for the event

Guests were photographed in stunning outfits in a rainbow of colors today while making the most of the sun on Ladies Day

This year, race organizers paid tribute to Royal Ascot’s “biggest fan”, Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last September.

During her 70-year reign, Her late Majesty attended almost every single Royal Ascot festival save for last year.

This year organizers have shared a heartwarming collection of photos of the Queen having visited Ascot over the years.

Below is a black-and-white photo of the royal woman riding a horse on the tracks in 1960, when she was 34.

The mother-of-four was pictured wearing a headscarf and riding boots as her horse galloped around the track.

The Queen took part in an unofficial race along with other members of her royal party and ended up finishing fourth.

In addition, the organizers also selected a photo of the beaming Queen at Ladies Day 2013.

In the pink! A woman opted for a stunning, colorful dress as she arrived at the Berkshire event ahead of Ladies Day

Strike a pose! A couple of friends appeared in good spirits as they arrived at the event in Berkshire this morning ahead of the big day

A flowery feeling! A woman presented an incredible hat with a huge flower on her arrival at the event in Berkshire

Yesterday, day two of Royal Ascot 2023 got hot as the winnings rolled in and the champagne was on hold

The event proved to be one of the Queen’s most successful Ascots as her horse Estimate won the Gold Cup – making her the first monarch to win the award in 200 years.

In the picture, the late Queen was seen beaming over her trophy, presented to her by her son Prince Andrew.

The Queen wore one of her signature coat dresses in a pretty shade of purple.

Under her jacket, the monarch wore a pretty floral dress – which matched the flowers on her hat perfectly.

Pictured is the Queen with a three strand pearl necklace – which she also wore to her last Ascot race in June 2021.