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Five people in Scotland have died after receiving weight loss injections, health officials confirmed today. The Scottish Health Service (NHS) is investigating the cases, linking them to semaglutide medications like Wegovy and Ozempic.
These injections are popular for managing diabetes and aiding weight loss. Authorities are urging caution and advising patients to report any adverse effects immediately.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) – the UK's drug regulator – is also involved in the review. They are assessing the safety of these medications.
The NHS stated they are taking the situation very seriously and are working to understand the cause of these tragic deaths. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.