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Senators Demand FDA Action Over Controversial Weight-Loss Ad

2/10/2025

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U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Roger Marshall are raising alarms over a Super Bowl ad by Hims and Hers, a telehealth company, which promotes a weight-loss drug without mentioning crucial safety information or side effects. They are calling on the FDA to take action against what they deem a misleading advertisement, while Hims and Hers insists they adhere to regulations and advocate for healthcare access.

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U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Roger Marshall are raising alarms over a Super Bowl ad by Hims and Hers, a telehealth company, which promotes a weight-loss drug without mentioning crucial safety information or side effects. They are calling on the FDA to take action against what they deem a misleading advertisement, while Hims and Hers insists they adhere to regulations and advocate for healthcare access.