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r0ertel@lemmy.world 3 days ago
Posted already, but had another thought… This is exactly what’s happening with health insurance costs with the introduction of GLP medications.
IAmNorRealTakeYourMeds@lemmy.world 3 days ago
you mean costs go down because less obesity, or cost goes up because more medications
r0ertel@lemmy.world 2 days ago
Good point. I was referring to the short term costs of the medications, but you may have a point that lifetime costs could go down as obesity related illnesses drop.
IAmNorRealTakeYourMeds@lemmy.world 2 days ago
advantage of comprehensive healthcare, it’s genuinely cost effective to pay more for a healthier public