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Consumers looking to start the popular weight loss drug Wegovy but lacking insurance coverage will soon have a new option.

Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy, announced exclusively on “Good Morning America” Tuesday that the medication will soon be available for purchase through the telehealth companies Ro, Hims and LifeMD for a reduced price of $499 per month.

The Wegovy medication will come in the same auto-injector pens that people using insurance receive from their pharmacy.

Consumers will also need to pay a monthly subscription fee charged by the telehealth service, which includes services like nutrition support and 24/7 support from a clinician. For example…[continue reading]