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Tony Blair Institute Proposes Weight-Loss Injections by Mail

5/20/2025

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The Tony Blair Institute (TBI) is pushing for a groundbreaking NHS initiative to deliver weight-loss injections by mail to adults over 40 with a BMI of 27 or more. This innovative strategy could potentially save £3.5 billion in benefits while boosting workforce participation. TBI argues that current NHS plans fall short, highlighting the urgent need for more effective solutions.

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The Tony Blair Institute (TBI) is pushing for a groundbreaking NHS initiative to deliver weight-loss injections by mail to adults over 40 with a BMI of 27 or more. This innovative strategy could potentially save £3.5 billion in benefits while boosting workforce participation. TBI argues that current NHS plans fall short, highlighting the urgent need for more effective solutions.