Popular Weight Loss Drugs Taken by Millions Hold Highest Safety Warnings

Ozempic and Wegovy may help people lose weight but are associated with a long list of very serious side effects.
Popular Weight Loss Drugs Taken by Millions Hold Highest Safety Warnings
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Nearly half of Americans say they’re interested in using a safe and effective prescription drug to lose weight, as a relatively new class of drugs initially approved to treat diabetes is growing in popularity for their ability to shed pounds with minimal effort.

A new trend fueled by more than 4,000 ad campaigns on social media, celebrities, and news coverage is enticing millions of Americans to turn to Ozempic and Wegovy, despite the potential harms associated with the drugs.

Megan Redshaw
Megan Redshaw
J.D.
Megan Redshaw is an attorney and investigative journalist with a background in political science. She is also a traditional naturopath with additional certifications in nutrition and exercise science.
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