They have been the most talked-about drugs of the past decade, maybe even the century. The new fat-shedding jabs can help people lose up to a fifth of their body weight and bring a raft of health benefits, including reduced risk of diabetes and heart disease.
But if you are hoping to get your hands on these “miracle” drugs, you may need to think again. There are strict criteria on Britain’s National Health Service (and in Australia), with the drugs reserved for those who are clinically obese, with a body mass index of more than 30.
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