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Very good thought! My folks said the same of Wade the tile guy in MI. Practically moved in.

159.4. Shot day was yesterday. Got my sales and use tax done and submitted yesterday but didn't get to the business income/expense bookkeeping. On the docket for today.

Plans to go out to dinner with friends tonight. Not sure if I will just get a shrimp ****tail or order something else that I will have to take most of home. Shot doesn't appear to have really kicked in yet so hopefully I can eat a somewhat normal amount tonight. Last night we had Taco John's (I know, yuck!). I ordered their taco bravo which is a hard shell taco wrapped in a bean covered soft tortilla. Used to love those things when I was in college! I could only eat about 2/3 of the taco. I remember eating the taco plus the loaded nachos when I was in college. Taste buds changed too because it was pretty gross!

I use the same GLP 1 provider as CC. Looks like they may be able to provide the med for 60 more days (from a different pharmacy) and I may be able to order several months worth. My other alternative if my NP can't get the prior authorization for MJ approved is to switch to semaglutide. There is also a lot of chatter that Tirz won't stay on the no shortage list for long. No sense in getting super anxious about any of it, it is what it is. A wait and see game for sure!

Liz, I hope you can soon take several days at the beach just soaking up the sun! You have been working so hard for the last few months!

Good luck with the zoom call CC. Glad Kirby has a friend he can play with! Lol about the puppies! They would for sure be cute! Do you think he would be responsible for child support?

This from Emerge this morning. Back to Zepbound!

Dear Patients and Emerge Family,

As some of you may be aware, the FDA has removed tirzepatide from the shortage list. This decision has significant consequences, as it now prevents compounding pharmacies from filling prescriptions for this critical medication. Despite the challenges many of you have faced--and continue to face--in obtaining tirzepatide, as well as the ongoing struggle to secure insurance coverage, the FDA decided to make this decision for reasons we can't comprehend. Their decision has dealt a heavy blow to the well-being of hundreds of thousands of us *****ly on this medication.

This is not the end of the story. We have seen GLP-1 medications removed from the shortage list before, only to be reinstated within a matter of weeks. We have limited time to act, and it is imperative that we work together to navigate these challenges. Please read below for more information on how we can all help each other.

Emerge's Short-Term Plan:For the next 60 days, we will continue writing and sending prescriptions for tirzepatide to our pharmacies, as allowed by the FDA. This may include a change to your pharmacy to accommodate your order. Keep in mind that we only use the largest, most reputable pharmacies. Looking ahead, if the situation and pharmacy permits, we'll offer the option to place orders for multiple months' of tirzepatide. Please note this will not be in October. Don't worry!--we will reach out to you giving you this option.

Our Long-Term Solution:Our primary goal has always been to provide the most effective solutions and the highest quality care for weight loss. We firmly believe tirzepatide is part of that solution. However, we must also prepare for the possibility that tirzepatide remains restricted. Therefore, in the days to come, we'll launch of our Semaglutide Program. While tirzepatide has been highly effective for many, semaglutide has also shown great success, and it comes at a lower cost. Again, we will contact you directly and give you the option of switching. As always, we'll guide you through the process.

What You Can Do: In times of uncertainty, the strength of our community becomes even more important. We ask that you make your voice heard by reporting your concerns to the FDA through the provided links. Additionally, we encourage you to reach out to your local congress members. Your advocacy is crucial in these challenging times.

We are committed to keeping you informed, supporting you, and ensuring that you continue to have access to the medications you need. Thank you for placing your trust in us. Together, we will emerge stronger.

Great news about Buster's start to the weekend. Yes, it was bittersweet. She has missed so much!

Yeah, if it does get shut off I will have to use LillyDirect since Medicare doesn't cover it (or any other weight loss drugs): https://investor.lilly.com/news-releases/news-release-detail s/lilly-releases-zepboundr-tirzepatide-single-dose-vials-exp anding. Since I am at 2.5 mg now it would cost me $399/month.