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Many Americans Use GLP-1 Drugs Without a Medical Reason, Study Shows

Many Americans Use GLP-1 Drugs Without a Medical Reason, Study Shows
New York Times Tuesday 22 September 2026, 17:02 UTC By Dani Blum 1 min read
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A new study identified more than 1 million people taking weight-loss drugs without any apparent medical reason to do so.

A new study identified more than 1 million people taking weight-loss drugs without any apparent medical reason to do so.
Americans (ORG)
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