Gatekeeping Health: Ethical Challenges in Allocating Ozempic

By Raphael Lee

Obesity is a global health crisis with far-reaching consequences, extending beyond individual health to significantly impact social and economic systems worldwide. Obesity is characterized as a complex disease caused by accumulated excess body fat, which leads to negative health impacts [1]. Obesity is associated with numerous comorbidities, including various cancers, cardiovascular events, and other conditions, contributing to over three million deaths annually throughout the world [2]. The healthcare costs linked to obesity place a great strain on systems globally, making it a priority for governments, researchers, and healthcare providers.