CINCINNATI —

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound have become some of the most in-demand prescriptions in the country, helping people lose weight and improve their overall health. But many say the cost is keeping them from staying on the medication long term.

Northern Kentucky resident Stefanie Fair started using a GLP-1 a year ago. She says it is not about appearance, it is about health. Advertisement

“I just may always be bigger than what society says average is, which I'm okay with. But I am worried about my health,” Fair said. “I'm getting into the second half of my life, and I don't want to have to be like, ‘Well, I need to avoid stairs or I don't want to go to concerts or get on an airline seat.’”

Even after getting her doctor’s approval, Fair’s insurance denied c

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