Questions arise after 2 people die using black-market weight-loss drug

CBS News · collected 2026-10-13

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CBS News reports on two deaths potentially linked to the use of illegal weight-loss medications, as documented in filings to the FDA. The article focuses on raising concerns about the safety of black-market pharmaceuticals and highlights potential risks associated with their consumption.

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In October 2026, CBS News revealed through documents it reviewed that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports linking two deaths to the use of black-market weight-loss drugs. The FDA is now investigating whether these substances caused or contributed to the fatalities. This situation highlights growing concerns about the dangers of unregulated dietary supplements and medications, raising questions about consumer safety and regulatory oversight in the market for such products.

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Questions arise after 2 people die using black-market weight-loss drug. (2026, October 13). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/questions-arise-after-2-people-die-using-black-market-weight-loss-drug/

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