Wednesday's podcasts stories
Hyped weight loss drugs raise equity concerns
In 2022, more than 5 million prescriptions were written for diabetes drugs to be used for weight loss. The demand spiked because of social media influencers and celebrities touting the benefits. But widespread off-label use of diabetes drugs is raising concerns about cost and shortages.
- Plus, last week’s earthquake becomes Turkey's deadliest in 100 years.
- And, human intervention is keeping manatees alive in Florida – but for how long?
Guests: Axios' Tina Reed and University of Miami's Dr. Jill Richardson.
Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.
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Air quality risks after the Ohio derailment
On Feb. 3, a train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, prompting an evacuation of local residents and questions about the safety of the area's water and air. Now some experts are worried residents don't have accurate information on health and safety risks.
- Plus, the GOP's funding fight over China.
- And, why underwear tariffs are sexist.
Guests: Axios' Jael Holzman and Emily Peck; Johns Hopkins University's Pete DeCarlo.
Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.
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