Platforms that require live video visits before initiating GLP-1 therapy and maintain dedicated clinical lines for adverse events offer meaningfully better safety infrastructure for medically complex patients
Publication bias and heterogeneity of studies were evaluated using Egger's test and I-squared statistic, respectively
For obesity treatment in the UK, NHS-commissioned semaglutide 2.4mg (Wegovy) is limited to a maximum of 2 years through specialist weight management services, with specific BMI thresholds (including lower thresholds for some ethnic groups)
IV and unregulated forms carry higher risk
Choose protein-dense snacks (Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, edamame, hard-boiled eggs)
Avoid hot showers (use lukewarm water), limit exfoliation to once per week, and wear sunscreen dailyUV exposure worsens dryness and accelerates skin barrier damage