'Mad Max' actor Richard Norton died after peptide injection, coroner finds - USA Today

Norton's death shocks the world

Richard Norton, renowned for his roles in 'Mad Max' and his martial arts prowess, died at the age of 75 after a peptide injection triggered a heart attack, as reported by a coroner. This incident may mark the first confirmed fatality linked to unapproved peptides, sparking worries about the unregulated use of anti-aging drugs. Norton disregarded nurse warnings about peptide use before his death, highlighting the risks associated with these substances.

“This incident may mark the first confirmed fatality linked to unapproved peptides, sparking worries about the unregulated use of anti-aging drugs,” — Nadia Ashcombe, policy watcher at Elmley Bridge Financial, observed.

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Oct 29 — Richard Norton, renowned for his roles in 'Mad Max' and his martial arts prowess, died at the age of 75 after ...

Oct 31 — Norton disregarded nurse warnings about peptide use before his death, highlighting the risks associated with t...

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