"GLP-1s like Ozempic: A Game-Changer in Obesity and Diabetes Management"
TL;DR
Companies are grappling with whether to cover GLP-1s like Ozempic, which cost nearly $1,000 per month, for their employees. Up to 130 million Americans could qualify for the drug, but some are questioning whether dosing a third to half of the U.S. population is a good idea. While GLP-1s offer hope for weight loss without strict dieting or surgery, concerns remain about the high cost and potential long-term effects on public health and healthcare costs.
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