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What are weight-loss jabs like Mounjaro and how do they work?

For decades, meaningful weight loss has been an elusive goal for millions of Britons. Diet plans come and go, exercise regimens start with enthusiasm and fade with time, and the statistics remain grim: obesity rates continue to climb despite our best efforts. But a remarkable shift is happening in GP surgeries and NHS clinics across the UK, one that doctors are calling nothing short of revolutionary.

A new class of weight-loss medications, led by Mounjaro (tirzepatide), is fundamentally changing how we understand and treat obesity. Approved by the Medicines and Healthcare...

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Health & Beauty

What are weight-loss jabs like Mounjaro and how do they work?

It’s easy to see your GP: 6 things you need to know

Types of Addiction Therapy – Which is the Right for You?

What should you expect from CBD pain patches?

Find Your Perfect Look with These Iconic Mens Haircuts

4 tips to know when visiting your doctor about CBD

New helipad opens at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital

Why Remedial Massage Isn't Just for Sports People

What causes autism?

Can CBD help with your gym and exercises?

‘Don’t suffer in silence’ – help at hand for anyone in Devon feeling anxious about leaving lockdown

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