Over 35,000 people nationwide were prescribed Ozempic free of charge last year to manage type 2 diabetes, but Leitrim ranks among the counties with the lowest uptake.
The once-weekly injection has soared in popularity, but rural patients still face barriers, from clinic shortages to long waits for referrals.
HSE data shows major regional gaps in prescriptions under the Long-Term Illness scheme, with North Dublin and Galway leading the charts.
Local GPs are calling for greater transparency to ensure rural counties like Leitrim aren’t left behind in diabetes care.