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What’s behind the increase in cancers in younger adults?

What’s behind the increase in cancers in younger adults? image
Dr Laura Darby
3rd June 2026

The increase in cancer diagnosis amongst young people has been a hot topic for many years, with incidence rates increasing by around 6% since the early 2000’s (CRUK). The key question on everyone’s mind...

Weight regain after GLP1s – can it be stopped?

Weight regain after GLP1s – can it be stopped? image
Dr Neal Tucker
21st January 2026

Hitting the headlines a couple of weeks ago now, the BMJ published a paper examining weight regain after cessation of medication for weight management. Although ostensibly looking at all weight loss medications,...

‘Doctor, I’m on Mounjaro – will it interfere with my HRT?’

‘Doctor, I’m on Mounjaro – will it interfere with my HRT?’ image
Dr Philippa Davies
4th June 2025

Incretin-based therapies like semaglutide and tirzepatide have taken the world by storm - splashed across headlines, hailed as game-changers, and now likely being discussed over brunch. But beneath the...

GLP1 agonists and oral contraception

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Dr Rob Walker
2nd April 2025

Christie comes in to see you for a review of her oral contraceptive. She looks different…Currently on the progesterone-only pill, as she’s never been keen on LARCs and her weight precluded the COCP, she...

Private prescribing for obesity drugs are on the rise - What do we need to be aware of?

Private prescribing for obesity drugs are on the rise - What do we need to be aware of? image
Dr Stephanie De Giorgio
12th June 2024

We have entered a new era of effective medical management of obesity. The press and medical literature are full of stories about the current medications that are available. Semaglutide, which is available...

Obesity– it’s big news again, but what to tell our patients?

Obesity– it’s big news again, but what to tell our patients? image
Dr Stephanie De Giorgio
8th June 2023

Last night the government announced a £40million programme to expand the use of new obesity treatment medications, to a pilot of community based GP led clinics. The details are yet to be clarified, but...

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