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Popular weight loss drugs linked to a surprising fingernail problem

2026-10-12T09:34:48.000Z

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Popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have been linked to unexpectedly high rates of nail detachment, hair loss, and scalp inflammation, with some problems occurring several times more frequently among users.

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