
Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program may lead to bone problems
The new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program offers broader, more affordable access to weight loss drugs to address the growing obesity crisis. But there's a catch when it comes to bone health.
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The new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program offers broader, more affordable access to weight loss drugs to address the growing obesity crisis. But there's a catch when it comes to bone health.
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The new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program offers broader, more affordable access to weight loss drugs to address the growing obesity crisis. But there's a catch when it comes to bone health.

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A record number of Americans are taking GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, according to a new Gallup survey released Tuesday — a massive increase over the past two years. According to the poll, 11 percent of Americans currently take a GLP-1 medication for weight loss, compared to just 3 percent in 2024. In addition, 15 percent…

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