Wegovy: what nurses need to know if patients ask about it

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What is Wegovy and how does it work?

Wegovy is a new drug that will soon be available via the NHS to support weight loss in patients who are obese and have one weight-related comorbidity.

It has been in the headlines repeatedly over recent months for a number of reasons, from celebrity devotees - both rumoured and confirmed - to possible side effects, supply shortages, and the efficacy of the drug itself.

Wegovy is the brand name for drug