Softies take a hit as nation sours on sweetened drinks Health organisations say data revealing fewer Aussies are drinking sweetened drinks is encouraging, but more work is needed to incentivise healthy choices. AAP · Sep 5, 2025
New technology for diabetic pregnant women will reduce risk of miscarriage and stillbirth The new technology, known as a hybrid closed loop system, will help reduce the risk of stillbirth and miscarriage The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025
Mapped: NHS patients facing postcode lottery for weight-loss jab Mounjaro It’s estimated that 3.4 million people in the UK could benefit from taking a weight-loss jab like Mounjaro The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025
Scientists say there is no link between ‘microdosing’ weight-loss drugs and living longer It is ‘too early’ to know whether small doses of weight-loss drugs can help you live longer, experts say The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2025
Weight-loss jabs: Wes Streeting pledges to do more to stop people being ‘priced out’ The Health Secretary said he was really concerned about the rising costs of the jabs. Evening Standard · Sep 3, 2025
Energy drinks crackdown sees Prime and Monster banned for under-16s Around 100,000 children are thought to consume at least one high-caffeine energy drink every day The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2025
‘No place in children’s hands’: under-16s in England to be banned from buying energy drinks Government to ban sale of energy drinks with more than 150mg of caffeine, citing concerns over obesity and lack of concentration The Guardian - UK · Sep 2, 2025
How do weight loss jabs work? Dr Amir Khan reveals all you need to know Whether you know Mounjaro from Wegovy or it's all Ozempic to you, you'd have to be living (blissfully) under a rock to miss the chatter about weight loss jabs Woman & Home · Sep 2, 2025
Man Gets Worms in His Brain After Eating Breakfast Staple Wrong for Years – Could You Be at Risk? A 52-year-old American developed 'brain worms' after years of eating 'soft' bacon; here's what actually causes neurocysticercosis, what the case report says, and how to cook pork safely to cut risk. International Business Times UK · Sep 1, 2025
Weight loss drugs could slash hospital risk for heart failure patients Heart failure happens when the heart is unable to pump blood around the body properly. Evening Standard · Aug 31, 2025
Is RFK Jr.'s 'Brain Worm' Behind His Claims—Like Diagnosing a Child Without a Medical Degree? Here's What Doctors Say HHS Sec. RFK Jr. claims he spots child illnesses visually—no degree needed. Ties to 2010 parasite? CDC stats debunk claims. International Business Times UK · Aug 29, 2025
From Diagnosis to Advocacy: How Dr. Keith Hersey is Guiding Patients Through Diabetes and GLP-1 Therapy Hersey is slated to speak at an international conference in Orlando and will address a local diabetes support group in Raleigh on October 1. International Business Times · Aug 28, 2025
UK Patients Scramble For Mounjaro As Eli Lilly's 170% Price Hike Plan Sparks Shortages, Health Fears Patients across the United Kingdom are struggling to obtain the weight-loss and diabetes drug Mounjaro as demand surges ahead of a sharp price increase set for September. Benzinga · Aug 28, 2025
‘I lost more than 2 stone on Mounjaro - but my hair started to fall out’ Rhiannon Anne Griffiths-Bowen says the weight-loss benefits of taking Mounjaro outweighed the issue of hair loss The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025
The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025 Daily weight loss pill achieves main goal in late-stage trial Data from an earlier study of the drug in patients without diabetes sent company shares tumbling
Benzinga · Aug 26, 2025 Eli Lilly's Obesity Pill Shows Big Wins In Weight, Blood Sugar And Heart Risk Factors Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:LLY) on Tuesday released topline results from the Phase 3 ATTAIN-2 trial, evaluating oral orforglipron in adults with obesity or overweight and type 2 diabetes.
The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025 True cost of the UK’s obesity crisis revealed – and how weight-loss jabs could be the answer SPECIAL REPORT: The UK has an obesity epidemic, with levels having doubled since the 1990s. Could increasing the rollout of weight-loss drugs ease the burden on the overstretched NHS? Alicja Hagopian and Rebecca Thomas report
The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025 Weight-loss drugs are a quick fix with long-term results THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: For those able to take them, weight-loss drugs can offer startling results in improved quality of life, and in relieving the pressure on the NHS and the British economy
International Business Times UK · Aug 23, 2025 Amanda Bynes' New Look: Debuts Lip Fillers After Blepharoplasty and Ozempic Weight-Loss Amanda Bynes debuts fuller lips following eyelid surgery and Ozempic weight loss, sharing her journey toward renewed confidence and a refreshed appearance.
Marie Claire · Aug 23, 2025 Always Hungry? Try These 10 Foods That Contain More Protein Than Eggs, According to a Nutritionist Stock your fridge with satiating goodness.
Evening Standard · Aug 23, 2025 OPINION - The soaring price of weight loss drugs could derail the NHS's obesity plan – unless they take this action The list price for the most popular and effective weight loss injection (Mounjaro) in the UK has risen by almost three times, from £122 to £330 a month for the highest dose, as of September 1.
The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2025 Diabetes smartphone test could diagnose condition in under 10 minutes The creators of the world-first app at diagnostics company PocDoc say the test could also save the NHS billions
Marie Claire · Aug 22, 2025 UK Pharmacists May Be Able to Prescribe Ozempic Very Soon - We Asked Over-Stretched Clinicians for Their Honest Thoughts A good move or a damaging one?
International Business Times UK · Aug 22, 2025 10 Photos Of Serena Williams' 'Zepbound Body' After Drastic Weight Loss - How Did It Work? Serena Williams lost 31 pounds using Zepbound after traditional training failed, opening up about health, hormones, and her honest journey.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2025 UK firms misleading parents with milk teeth autism treatment claims, report finds Charity says it is ‘outrageous’ tooth stem cell procedures are being advertised with claims about ‘treating’ autism