Tag: weight loss drugs
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Fake weight-loss medication in tablet form could flood Britain, experts warn
Overview: A new threat to public health Health experts are sounding the alarm about fake weight-loss medications that could reach Britain in tablet form. At present, most approved weight-loss drugs in the UK are administered by injection. The emergence of counterfeit tablets could broaden access to unverified products, raising concerns about safety, effectiveness, and consumer…
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Jab-uary: UK Supermarkets Gift Diet-Drug Aware Shoppers a Feast of Weight-Loss Aids
What is Jab-uary and why it matters As the New Year kicks off, UK supermarkets are expanding beyond the familiar health-driven themes of Veganuary and Dry January. This year’s trend is “Jab-uary,” a nod to the growing use of weight-loss drugs and the adjacent surge in appetite-controlled meals, snacks, and ready-to-eat options. The term has…
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Jab-uary: UK supermarkets embrace weight-loss drug foods
Jab-uary enters the aisle: a new year health trend January in the UK has long been a time for health kicks, with Veganuary and Dry January leading the charge. This year, supermarkets are adding a bold new trend to the calendar: Jab-uary. Driven by the rise of weight-loss drugs like GLP-1s, retailers are stocking more…
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Jab-uary UK: Supermarkets roll out weight-loss foods for drugs
Jab-uary arrives in UK supermarkets as weight-loss drug era expands The new year’s wellness wave has evolved from Veganuary and Dry January into a buzzy trend known as Jab-uary. In a year where weight management is dominated by prescription and branded drugs that help reduce appetite, UK supermarkets are racing to stock up on specialized…
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Exclusive: Fears over teenagers’ easy access to weight-loss drugs
Introduction: A growing concern Heavily marketed online, weight-loss drugs have become more accessible than ever. A recent investigation by Extra.ie reveals a troubling trend: teenagers are increasingly referred to medical professionals after obtaining these medications through online retailers. While adults may seek help for weight management, the ease with which minors appear to be purchasing…
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Could Ozempic and Wegovy Cut Cancer Death Risk? Emerging Study Sparks Hope and Caution
New findings spark hope for GLP-1 drugs Recent research points to a surprising potential benefit of GLP-1 receptor agonists — the same class that includes weight‑loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy. A growing body of observational data suggests these drugs may be associated with improved cancer survival, particularly in colon cancer. While the results are intriguing,…
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Could Ozempic and Wegovy Cut Colon Cancer Mortality? New Study Sparks Hope
Surprising findings from a new study In recent months, researchers have turned their attention to whether GLP-1 receptor agonists—drugs best known for aiding weight loss—might also influence cancer outcomes. Ozempic (semaglutide) and Wegovy (semaglutide for chronic weight management) belong to this class. A fresh analysis indicates that users of these medications could experience a meaningful…
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UK Crime Gangs Turn to Branded Weight-Loss Drugs, Blurring Lines With Legitimate Medicine
Growing Threat: Criminals Are Manufacturing Branded Weight-Loss Drugs UK authorities have raised alarms that organised crime gangs are now producing their own branded weight-loss drugs. The trend, described by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) as a significant threat, involves illicit labs creating pills and liquids that look like legitimate medicines and are…
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UK crime gangs shift to branded weight-loss drugs, posing public health risk
In a disturbing development for public health, UK authorities say organised crime gangs are moving into the manufacture of branded weight-loss drugs that closely resemble legitimate medicines. The move, described by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) as a growing threat, combines counterfeit chemistry with sophisticated branding to lure unsuspecting consumers. Officials warn…
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UK Crime Gangs Move Into Branded Weight-Loss Drugs, Raising Public Health Alarm
Overview: A growing threat to public health Authorities in the United Kingdom have issued a stark warning: organised crime groups are increasingly manufacturing their own branded weight-loss drugs and distributing them as if they were legitimate medicines. The emergence of this homegrown illicit supply chain raises serious concerns about safety, efficacy and the broader risks…