Hyped weight loss drugs raise equity concerns
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Hyped weight loss drugs raise equity concerns

In 2022, more than 5 million prescriptions were written for diabetes drugs to be used for weight loss. The demand spiked because of social media influencers and celebrities touting the benefits. But widespread off-label use of diabetes drugs is raising concerns about cost and shortages. Plus, last week’s earthquake becomes Turkey's deadliest in 100 years. And, human intervention is keeping manatees alive in Florida – but for how long? Guests: Axios' Tina Reed and University of Miami's Dr. Jill Richardson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Hyped weight loss drugs raise supply, equity concerns Wildlife officials bring back feeding program for Florida manatees Earthquake becomes Turkey's deadliest in 100 years

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