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More than 150 deaths reported after weight loss drug use
Independent · 6 August 2026
Most complaints about GLP-1 drugs made through the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme were concerning gastrointestinal reactions
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More than 150 deaths reported after weight loss drug use
Independent · 6 August 2026
Most complaints about GLP-1 drugs made through the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme were concerning gastrointestinal reactions
Independent · 6 August 2026
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