Bootleg weight-loss drug linked to 2 recent deaths, CBS News investigation finds

CBS News · collected 2026-10-13

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CBS News investigative reporter Daniel Gilbert reports that two recent fatalities may be connected to Retatrutide, an unauthorized weight-loss medication gaining popularity through social media platforms. The FDA is reviewing these cases for potential links.

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CBS News reports that two people have died after using bootleg weight-loss drugs, potentially connected to a substance called Retatrutide. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received these death reports, which may be linked to unapproved weight-loss products gaining popularity on social media platforms. Investigative reporter Daniel Gilbert of CBS News is providing further details about the case. This situation highlights risks associated with using non-regulated medications for weight loss.

Written for “Black Market Weight Loss Drug Deaths” on 2026-10-13, grounded in this article and the 1 other(s) covering the same event.

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Bootleg weight-loss drug linked to 2 recent deaths, CBS News investigation finds. (2026, October 13). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/bootleg-weight-loss-drug-linked-to-2-recent-deaths-cbs-news-investigation-finds/

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