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New weight-loss pill approved for use in UK
Foundayo is made by Eli Lilly, the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab.
August 10, 2026From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
The BBC looks at how spending habits have shifted as users report feeling less hungry.
July 7, 2026The weight loss pill that you can now buy in the UK
All the you need to know about the weight loss pill Wegovy being available in the UK.
July 6, 2026Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK - here's what you need to know
The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.
July 6, 2026UK approves Novo weight-loss pill to edge open European market - Reuters
UK approves Novo weight-loss pill to edge open European market Reuters
June 11, 2026How do weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work?
Wegovy and Mounjaro are available to certain patients on the NHS, and can also be bought privately.
June 11, 2026Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time
Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections.
June 11, 2026New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss side effect of obesity jabs
A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.
June 8, 2026Why Canada has generic Ozempic, and the US doesn't
Canada is the first G7 country to approve the lower cost weight-loss drugs, which are rolling out in pharmacies this month.
June 3, 2026Weight-loss drugs fuel protein-rich whey craving - Reuters
Weight-loss drugs fuel protein-rich whey craving Reuters
May 5, 2026GLP-1 weight loss, side effects linked to genetic variations - Reuters
GLP-1 weight loss, side effects linked to genetic variations Reuters
April 10, 2026Why weight-loss jabs work better for some people than others
People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.
April 10, 2026Amazon to stock Lilly's new weight-loss pill at US kiosks, offer same-day delivery - Reuters
Amazon to stock Lilly's new weight-loss pill at US kiosks, offer same-day delivery Reuters
April 9, 2026New light shed on who benefits most from weight-loss jabs
People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs to treat obesity, research suggests.
April 8, 2026The cutthroat battle for the US weight-loss drug market
Weight-loss drug prices are falling in the US - but can the example be repeated?
March 23, 2026Lilly finds impurity in compounded version of its weight-loss drug, warns of health risks - Reuters
Lilly finds impurity in compounded version of its weight-loss drug, warns of health risks Reuters
March 12, 2026Sauce, spice makers attract deal interest as GLP-1s send Americans looking for hot stuff - Reuters
Sauce, spice makers attract deal interest as GLP-1s send Americans looking for hot stuff Reuters
March 10, 2026Weight-loss treatments boom as Kenyan attitudes to beauty change
Kenyan celebrities are driving a surge in weight‑loss and cosmetic procedures, sparking criticism and concerns.
March 8, 2026Novo and Hims to sell obesity drugs together as feud ends, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
Novo and Hims to sell obesity drugs together as feud ends, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
March 7, 2026GPs to get £3,000 bonus to maximise weight loss drug prescriptions
Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted.
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New weight-loss pill approved for use in UK
A daily weight-loss pill made by the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab has been approved for use in the UK - the first country in Europe to do so. Foundayo, made by Eli Lilly, is for treating obesity
From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits Weight-loss medications have surged in popularity over the last few years, with more than two million people in the UK no
The weight loss pill that you can now buy in the UK
Here's what you need to know about the Wegovy weight loss pill.
Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK - here's what you need to know
A weight loss pill can now be bought privately in pharmacies The once-a-day Wegovy weight loss pill is now available to buy privately from High Street and online pharmacies in the UK - but is not yet
Wegovy weight-loss pills to be available for patients in UK to buy
Regulator approval means patients who meet criteria will be able to purchase tablets with private prescription Patients in the UK will soon be able to buy the Wegovy weight-loss pill, the medicines r
Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time
A pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy has been approved in the UK, meaning people will soon be able to buy it with a prescription. It is the first tablet of its kind to get cleare
How do weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work?
It is thought about 1.6 million people are on weight-loss drugs in the UK. Some patients are able to get the injections through the NHS but most buy them privately. The most popular jabs are called M
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Ozempic butt: Drug to stop muscle loss side effect of obesity jabs
A new drug called apitegromab could help people on obesity jabs avoid unwanted muscle decline that's been linked to flat bums or "Ozempic butt", according to research in Nature Medicine journal. Arou
Ozempic Butt: New Drug Aims to Prevent Muscle Loss
Researchers are developing a new medication to combat muscle loss associated with popular weight loss injections. Experts say up to one-third of weight reduction from obesity jabs comes from muscle ti
New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss side effect of obesity jabs
A new drug called apitegromab could help people on obesity jabs avoid unwanted muscle decline that's been linked to flat bums or "Ozempic butt", according to research in Nature Medicine journal. Arou
New light shed on who benefits most from weight-loss jabs
People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests. The findings, outline
Why weight-loss jabs work better for some people than others
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Lilly’s Foundayo approved by US FDA as oral GLP-1 for weight loss
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The cutthroat battle for the US weight-loss drug market
When Ruth Gonzalez decided to start taking the weight-loss medicine Zepbound last year, she first had to find a way to afford its roughly $350 (£260) monthly cost. Gonzalez switched her mobile phone
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Hot sauce sales soar as Ozempic leaves Americans craving more flavor
12% of Americans have now used weight-loss jabs Removed from bookmarks From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether
Kenya Obesity & Weight Loss Trends: Rising Rates & Changing Attitudes
63 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A growing demand for weight-loss treatments in Kenya reflects shifting societal attitudes towards body image, alongside a concernin
Weight-Loss Surgeries And Ozempic Use Rise In Kenya As Attitudes Toward Obesity Shift
Demand for weight-loss treatments in Kenya is rising as changing social attitudes, growing health concerns, and online visibility push more people toward surgical procedures and prescription drugs suc