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0:37Now PlayingWeightWatchers is taking a bite out of the weight-loss drug and telehealth industries.
The weight-loss program — also known as WW International — is set to purchase the company Sequence.
Sequence, a telehealth and medical subscription service, links patients with doctors who can prescribe them controversial weight-loss and diabetes drugs, such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. The company also offers access to fitness coaches and dietitians to help them craft personal weight loss plans. WW will promote Sequence’s services to its members and the deal will enable them to incorporate weight-loss drugs as part of its existing diet, fitness and lifestyle offerings.
Executives unveiled the $132 million deal earlier this week.
“As science advances rapidly, we know there is a significant opportunity to improve outcomes for those using medications,” WeightWatchers CEO Sima Sistani said in a statement.
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