The program, which will make weight loss drugs eligible for people on Medicare for $50 a month, is only set to run for 18 months.

Many seniors may be unaware of the landmark coverage shift starting on July 1, with limited advertising seen from the government or Eli Lilly and Novo.

Millions of Medicare enrollees will gain their first-ever coverage for drugs for weight loss under a temporary pilot program that launches July 1.

Popular Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly drugs are included