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Huge demand for new obesity drugs risks overwhelming NHS, Streeting told

Huge demand for new obesity drugs risks overwhelming NHS, Streeting told

More than 200 doctors and experts warn health secretary of ‘enormous pressure’ on already stretched services

More than 200 doctors and medical experts have warned that the unprecedented demand for new obesity drugs is threatening to overwhelm the NHS.

In a joint letter to the health secretary, Wes Streeting, the healthcare professionals call for an urgent review of services for millions of people struggling with weight.

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