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Lucy Wigley

What's the Ozempic baby boom? Doctor explains the link between the weight loss drug and fertility

Pregnant woman cradling bump alongside Ozempic injections.

Some women taking weight loss drug Ozempic are reporting unexpected pregnancies - a Doctor explains possible reasons for the baby boom and what women taking the medication need to know.

Women planning a pregnancy will usually want to know what to do when they find out they're pregnant, and look out for the early signs of pregnancy when they notice subtle changes to their bodies. Those wondering how to increase fertility when the time comes for family planning, are surprised to learn a weight loss drug is having surprising implications for women getting pregnant - although it isn't licenced for this use.

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