How Much Do Americans Spend on GLP-1 Medications? VCU Medical Students Measure Drug Affordability
September 29, 2026
September 29, 2026
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Sept. 28, 2026
How much do Americans spend on GLP-1 medications? VCU medical students measure drug affordability
The study reveals trends in health spending, which soared to nearly $65 billion in 2023 for the popular weight-loss drugs. Among their findings: Nearly 1 in 5 of GLP-1 users spent at least 10% of their household income on the medications . . .
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Sept. 28, 2026
How much do Americans spend on GLP-1 medications? VCU medical students measure drug affordability
The study reveals trends in health spending, which soared to nearly $65 billion in 2023 for the popular weight-loss drugs. Among their findings: Nearly 1 in 5 of GLP-1 users spent at least 10% of their household income on the medications . . .