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A report warned that a growing 'peptide rush' is exposing more Americans to scams, as patients order cheaper, unproven products via 800-numbers or the internet, bypassing doctors who could provide accurate diagnoses and proven treatments. The warning highlights growing risks in the unregulated peptide supplement and drug market. The report comes amid surging consumer interest in peptide-based products marketed for weight loss and other health benefits, often outside traditional medical oversight.