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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 27 MIN

Weight-loss jabs and the NHS: a 'national disgrace'?

from Scotcast · host BBC Radio Scotland

If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like 'Take 2: Weight-loss jabs' https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0029yzm Weight-loss injections are not prescribed by the NHS, despite one in three Scots being obese. Dr Mark Strachan (pictured), the new head of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, tells us why he believes this is a ‘national disgrace’. Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Natalie Higgins. Get in touch: [email protected]

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If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like 'Take 2: Weight-loss jabs' https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0029yzm Weight-loss injections are not prescribed by the NHS, despite one in three Scots being obese. Dr Mark Strachan (pictured), the new head of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, tells us why he believes this is a ‘national disgrace’. Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Natalie Higgins. Get in touch: [email protected]

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If you’re interested in this episode, you may also like 'Take 2: Weight-loss jabs' https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0029yzm Weight-loss injections are not prescribed by the NHS, despite one in three Scots being obese. Dr Mark Strachan (pictured),...

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