NHS watchdog rejects Mounjaro fat loss jab for diabetes
There is not yet enough evidence to justify the cost on the NHS in England, says NICE. Source link
Teens in England will have just one dose of HPV jab
The change, from September, follows advice one shot provides equal protection to the current two. Source link
Plan for GPs to offer NHS patients Wegovy weight-loss jab
But experts warn "skinny jabs" are not a quick fix or a substitute for a healthy diet and exercise. Source link
Covid booster jab to be offered this spring
Professor Wei Shen Lim, JCVI chairman, said: "Vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself against Covid-19, and the spring booster programme provides an opportunity for those who are at…
Wegovy weight loss jab to be sold by UK chemist shops
The once-a-week injection called Wegovy, said to be used by some celebrities, blunts appetite. Source link
Antibody jab approved for common winter virus RSV
A large study has begun to find out whether nirsevimab should be offered to all babies in the UK. Source link
Over-50s set to be invited for Covid booster and flu jab in England
About 12 million more people will be able to book their winter vaccinations from Friday. Source link
Covid vaccine: ‘Get the jab’ says woman who nearly died while pregnant
A mother who got seriously ill with Covid after not having the vaccine urges women to get the jab. Source link
UK should move to one dose of HPV jab for teens
Two doses are now given but experts say one shot is enough to give protection against cervical cancer. Source link
Clampdown on social media adverts for risky hay-fever jab
The steroid injection is available on prescription for some treatments but not hay fever. Source link