Obesity rates continue to climb in our state, presenting Louisiana with a growing health challenge that is impacting lives and straining healthcare systems statewide. LPB explores the causes of obesity in our state and dives into potential solutions. In the hour-long special, LPB investigates the complex issue of obesity in Louisiana in an effort to better understand the factors that contribute to the epidemic. In the search for solutions, LPB explores innovative programs and breakthrough medications like GLP-1 that offer hope in combating rising weights. However, as these solutions emerge, questions of health equity arise. Who has access to these treatments, and who is left behind? Through firsthand accounts from individuals struggling with obesity and insights from healthcare providers and policymakers, this special examines multifaceted approaches to addressing this critical health concern and the challenges in ensuring equitable access to effective treatments for all Louisianians.