Join 7NEWS Spotlight as it delves into Ozempic, the drug reshaping weight loss and diabetes treatment.
Originally developed for Type 2 diabetes, Ozempic has gained popularity for its weight loss benefits, leading to a global shortage. As Ozempic users compete for supplies, questions about its broader health implications arise.
7NEWS Spotlight explores this issue in a special broadcast with a studio audience and leading Australian medical experts. The program will delve into the complexities of Ozempic‘s use, discussing its potential addition to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme and its suitability for children.
Viewers will also hear from individuals affected by Ozempic, including former The Biggest Loser host Ajay Rochester, who discusses the drug’s impact on her life and the issue of fat shaming. Australian PR expert Roxy Jacenko shares a harrowing account of an Ozempic overdose, highlighting the dangers associated with its misuse.
Hosted by Michael Usher and Sarah Greenhalgh, this episode aims to separate fact from fiction, providing a platform for understanding without judgement, addressing the needs of those using Ozempic for diabetes and weight management.
“I thought my weight was my fault my entire life,” Ajay Rochester reflects. “It wasn’t until I had medicine that fixed the food noise in my head that I realised it was a very real condition that I was living with.”
“They [doctors] had never seen this before,” shares Roxy Jacenko about her experience. “My whole body was shaking. I couldn’t control my legs… it’s like I had no control of my body.”
Michael Usher comments on the episode’s relevance, noting, “People need Ozempic for diabetes and weight loss. They just want facts, information, and help. Not judgement,” emphasizing the potential for a significant shift in obesity treatment in Australia.
Ozempic tells the brain you are not hungry so you need to take forever just like stress pills
Needs to be on PBS the same as stress medication