Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Is Obesity Behind Americans' Increased Use of Prescription Drugs? Prescription drug use is up all across the United States, where even young adults are taking more medications, largely to compensate for diseases related to obesity. VOA's Carol Pearson reports that the study is a wake-up call for Americans to lead healthier lives. __________________________________________________________________ [1]http://www.voanews.com/media/video/3036095.html References 1. http://www.voanews.com/media/video/3036095.html