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Andel Launches New Direct-to-Employer Medication Platform to Make GLP-1s Affordable for Millions
Today, Andel announced the launch of its app and medication platform, giving companies a new way to make GLP-1s an accessible employee benefit. The company is excited to announce that Eli Lilly and Company's newly-approved Zepbound® KwikPen® will be the inaugural medication available on the Andel platform.
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