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• US regulator approves pill form of Wegovy weight-loss drug

  Posted 23 December 2025 | 1:29 am

  Wegovy becomes first pill of its kind to be approved, shifting weight-loss drugs beyond injections.

• Childbirth epidural kit shortage could last until March, officials say

  Posted 22 December 2025 | 10:00 am

  The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.

• Hospitals working to get patients home for Christmas after five-day doctor strike

  Posted 22 December 2025 | 9:25 am

  Health experts have warned that the impact of the strike will be felt into the new year "and beyond".