25 March 2026
Hacking the brain’s hunger code: Miracle, menace, or the next stage of human evolution?
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Online webinar 16:00-17:00
Synopsis
GLP-1 based therapies such as semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming the management of obesity and metabolic disease. These drugs influence appetite, metabolism, and behaviour in ways that extend beyond weight loss, raising profound questions for medicine, society, and the economy.This talk will explore the biological science behind GLP-1 therapies and their physical and psychological effects, alongside ethical issues such as equity of access, stigma, and the medicalisation of weight. It will examine how these drugs may reshape attitudes to obesity, longevity, and personal responsibility, and consider the wider societal and economic implications for healthcare systems, food industries, fitness sectors, and consumer behaviour.
The session will also discuss the impact of social media and public perception, the opportunities and risks of use in children and older adults, and the role of governments and societies in managing this rapidly evolving therapeutic landscape. Ultimately, the talk will ask whether GLP-1 therapies represent a revolutionary breakthrough, a potential societal disruptor, or an important step toward healthier ageing and longevity.
Speaker
Dr Emran Khan
Dr Emran Ghaffar Khan is an accomplished endocrinologist who is highly trained and qualified. He has gained experience in the field of diabetes Endocrinology for over 20 years and has extensive experience in this field. He has been teaching and training Doctors in the field who are now specialists in their own right. His initial specialist training programme was in Leicester, UK. He has worked in big teaching hospitals in the UK including Leicester Royal Infirmary University Hospital, Nottingham City University Hospital, Northern General University Hospital (Sheffield), Nobles Hospital (Isle of Man, UK), and Macclesfield District Hospital (Manchester).
Fees
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