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Millions of older Americans will soon have Medicare access to GLP-1s for weight loss. Here’s what they need to know.

Millions of older Americans will soon have Medicare access to GLP-1s for weight loss. Here’s what they need to know.
MarketWatch Wednesday 24 June 2026, 15:35 UTC By Jaimy Lee 1 min read
Key Points

Starting July 1, Medicare beneficiaries will have access to weight-loss drugs for the first time. There are some unique factors they should consider.

Starting July 1, Medicare beneficiaries will have access to weight-loss drugs for the first time. There are some unique factors they should consider.
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