Sask. sees astronomical spike in Ozempic claims, many for weight loss
Claims for the diabetes drug Ozempic have seen an astronomical jump in Saskatchewan, and government figures show many are not for Type 2 diabetes.
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![Unlike many Ozempic users in Saskatchewan, Chamundi Selvaraj in Saskatoon is taking the diabetes drug for its intended purpose: to regulate her blood sugar levels. She has been dealing with Type 2 diabetes for about a decade. Woman stands in kitchen holding white box with Ozempic on label.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7231579.1718148555!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpeg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/chamundi-selvaraj.jpeg)
Claims for the diabetes drug Ozempic have seen an astronomical jump in Saskatchewan, and government figures show many are not for Type 2 diabetes.