A few years ago, no one had heard of the diabetes drug Ozempic. It has now become a big hype, especially among people who do not have diabetes at all. It is popular because it also makes you lose weight. Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Elon Musk swear by it. As a result, Ozempic can no longer be purchased. Data editor Felix Voogt sees that this has major consequences for the diabetes patients for whom it was originally intended.
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- Guest:
- Felix Voogt
- Presentation:
- Gabriella Ader
- Editorial:
- Suzan Yücel & Lotteke Boogert
- Edit:
- Jennifer Pettersson
- Photo:
- Nick den Engelsman / NRC