The pitfalls of accessing weight loss medication via Telehealth companies

markmellor43
Apr 21
1 min read

Whilst it might be tempting to access weight loss medication from a Telehealth-only provider for easy access, some are not doing due diligence to ensure appropriate and safe prescribing. It’s always better to have a comprehensive in-person consultation for weight management. Safe and effective care is more than ticking a box and a prescription.

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