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GLP-1 Drugs Strain School Budgets | Columbus News
New weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound are revolutionizing health but straining budgets—Franklin County’s healthcare costs spiked by nearly 10% in one year, hitting $16 million. With prices soaring up to $1,000 monthly out-of-pocket and national spending up 500% in five years, schools like Columbus City Schools face multi-million dollar hits. While these meds offer powerful health benefits, especially for diabetes and obesity, districts are scrambling to balance access with affordability, with some covering only medical uses—not weight loss. The debate centers on how to fund…
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