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What is the black market?
The black market refers to illegal trading of goods and services, often bypassing official regulations and taxes. In this story, it is where unapproved and fake versions of retatrutide are being sold. The widespread availability of this experimental drug on the black market is a rare occurrence, raising concerns about public health and safety.
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