GLP‑1 medications like Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro are making headlines for helping people shed excess weight without invasive surgery. Discover how these injections are available across the UK — and whether they might be right for you.
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Weight Loss Treatments
In recent years, GLP‑1 receptor agonists like Wegovy and Ozempic have become the cornerstone of medical weight loss. Originally developed for managing type 2 diabetes, these medications are now being used in the UK under careful prescription to help tackle obesity. As of 2024, high street pharmacies, private clinics, and even some NHS-backed programmes offer these injections to qualifying patients. These medications work by mimicking natural gut hormones, slowing digestion, and reducing appetite — often leading to weight losses of 10–20% over several months. With more than 12 million obese adults in the UK, the national rollout of such treatments is viewed as a health revolution. For many, it’s a way to lose weight safely and steadily under medical supervision.