Can Ozempic curb alcohol cravings? And the drugs we already know can!

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Despite decades of safe and effective medications for alcohol use disorder, fewer than 2% of Americans with the condition receive them, largely due to stigma, lack of awareness, and underprepared doctors. Surprisingly, new drugs like Ozempic are getting attention, for their ability to treat alcohol addiction. To talk about this we're joined by Emily Stewart, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider.
2 Mar 10AM English South Africa News Commentary

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