Victorian health authorities warn of liver poisoning linked to illegal peptide
Health authorities warned of acute liver poisoning in six Victorians linked to the illegal peptide Retatrutide. Victorian Chief Health Officer Dr Caroline McElnay stated that the patients reported severe symptoms after using the unapproved product, prompting ongoing investigations. This incident highlights growing concerns over unregulated peptides marketed online, posing significant health risks to users.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 08:28 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 08:30 UTC
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