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Bariatric Surgery Works, But Isn't Offered To Most Teens Who Have Severe Obesity

Kayla Northam's weight topped 300 pounds as a teenager. She'd started to develop diabetes, and liver and joint problems before seeking bariatric surgery about a decade ago at age 18. (Kayla Northam)
Kayla Northam's weight topped 300 pounds as a teenager. She'd started to develop diabetes, and liver and joint problems before seeking bariatric surgery about a decade ago at age 18. (Kayla Northam)

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