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crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Skinny Jab Ingredient Raids Lead to Arrest of Ozempic Man"

A man in his 30s has been arrested in East Yorkshire on suspicion of illegally selling "skinny jabs" online. Police raided a house near Hull and seized vials believed to contain semaglutide, the active ingredient in the weight loss drug Ozempic. The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Humberside Police conducted the operation, targeting the black market supply of semaglutide. The MHRA has launched a crackdown on black market sellers due to increased demand for weight loss jabs and other products. Taking semaglutide incorrectly can have serious side effects, and unregulated versions may be toxic.

via BBC.com|

#black-market #crime #illegal-medicines

healthcare2 years ago•0 min saved

The Rise of Weight-Loss Drugs: Profits Surge as Health Systems Consider Coverage

The question of whether health systems and insurers will cover the cost of weight-loss drugs, such as "skinny jabs," is being raised. While these drugs have shown promising results in clinical trials, their high cost and potential side effects pose challenges for widespread coverage. Some argue that the long-term health benefits and potential cost savings from treating obesity-related conditions could justify coverage, while others express concerns about the ethical implications and the need for more evidence on the drugs' effectiveness.

via Financial Times|

#coverage #health-systems #healthcare