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Authors :
Muller, Madison
Leonard, Devin
Meghjani, Tanaz
Source :
Bloomberg Businessweek; Sep2024, Issue 4823, p58-65, 8p, 7 Color Photographs, 1 Graph, 1 Map
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article investigates the proliferation of anti-obesity drug Ozempic in Bowling Green, Kentucky. It reports the availability of Ozempic at weight loss clinics like Doctors Diet Program and at local pharmacies, the offering of cheaper brand alternatives at medical spas, prescribing of Ozempic to younger obese patients as well as to adult patients with obesity to prevent heart attack, stroke or cardiovascular death, and the effects of weight loss drugs on the city's economy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00077135
Issue :
4823
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Bloomberg Businessweek
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
179054547