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Black Market Weight-Loss Injections Spark Health Crisis

11/5/2025

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Viccy Gibson from Sunderland fell ill after using black market weight-loss injections believed to contain semaglutide.
She was hospitalized after the first dose with fears of organ failure.
The case highlights dangers of counterfeit weight-loss drugs sold online and in salons.
The family of Karen McGonigal, who died after using a similar injection, advocates awareness.
Authorities are investigating deaths linked to these illegal products and urge sourcing from regulated providers.

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Story summary

Viccy Gibson from Sunderland fell ill after using black market weight-loss injections believed to contain semaglutide.
She was hospitalized after the first dose with fears of organ failure.
The case highlights dangers of counterfeit weight-loss drugs sold online and in salons.
The family of Karen McGonigal, who died after using a similar injection, advocates awareness.
Authorities are investigating deaths linked to these illegal products and urge sourcing from regulated providers.