HEALTHJul 10 · 02:45 UTCCROSSCUT SEATTLECascade PBS Staff

Some Medicare beneficiaries get weight loss drug discount

The use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss has increased significantly, with 11% of adults currently using them, up from 3% two years ago. Medicare has enabled some patients to access these drugs, potentially driving further adoption.

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