Why there’s still a shortage of ‘cheap’ semaglutide

Professor Joseph Proietto wants a serious discussion about affordability of drugs for weight loss
Sarah Simpkins
Professor Joseph Proietto
Professor Joseph Proietto.

Rocketing demand for the weight loss benefits of semaglutide, fuelled by social media influencers, has caused a worldwide shortage of the diabetes medication.

In Australia, the manufacturer, Novo Nordisk, confirms the shortage will last until the end of the year.