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People paying privately for weight-loss drug Mounjaro in the UK face a rise in the cost of the treatment after manufacturer Eli Lilly said it was increasing the list price of the drug by as much as 170%. It means the suggested price for a month's supply of the highest dose of the drug will rise from £122 to £330, although the rise for lower doses will be smaller. More generally, retailers who sell the drug may be able to negotiate discounts to the list price, so it is possible the impact on consumers will be limited. The announcement does not affect the price the NHS pays, as the service has negotiated a heavily discounted rate for those getting the drug on prescription. The weekly injection works by making you feel full so you eat less, and can help people lose 20% of their body weight. Currently there are thought to be around 1.5 million people on weight loss drugs in the UK with more than half of them on Mounjaro. Estimates suggest nine in 10 pay for these drugs privately, buying from online services and high street pharmacies. Eli Lilly said the drug had been sold in the UK at a price that was "significantly below" that charged in other European countries. It comes after US President Donald Trump complained about the high cost of drugs in the US. He has threatened the pharmaceutical industry with a "most favoured nation" drug pricing proposal to peg US prices to those abroad. Eli Lilly said it agreed with the objective expressed by President Trump that costs should be shared more fairly – although a "most favoured nation" approach was not the right answer. Research suggests prices in the US can be three times higher than in other rich nations. Trump threatIn a statement, Eli Lilly said: "The UK was one of the first countries where Lilly launched Mounjaro, and our priority was to bring it to patients as quickly as possible during a time of limited availability. "At launch, Lilly agreed to a UK list price that is significantly below the European average to prevent delays in NHS availability. "With changes in the environment and new clinical evidence supporting the value of Mounjaro, we are now aligning the list price more consistently to ensure fair global contributions to the cost of innovation." Dr Leyla Hannbeck, head of the Independent Pharmacies Association, said she was "shocked and very disappointed" by the price rise. "This is a real blow to patients at a time when more and more people, worried about their weight, are turning to jabs. "It is vital that patients who are already taking Mounjaro talk to their local pharmacy before they take any action. "Those patients considering weight-loss jabs should also not be put off as Mounjaro is not the only option. Local pharmacies are best placed to offer vital advice about the range of treatments available," Dr Hannbeck added. Dr Sophie Dix head of medical affairs for online pharmacy Medexpress, and a former employee of Eli Lilly, told the BBC's Today Programme her firm was still trying to work out how much of the price rise would be passed on to customers. The "absolute worst-case scenario" would be if customers turned to the blackmarket to source weight loss drugs, said Dr Dix. "There are so many things that can go wrong with that. We always encourage patients to ensure that they are discussing their options with their provider rather than looking to other sources." Link

I go through phases where I get fed up with the internet, it is very handy for so many things. TV. I couldn't live without but in saying you can watch almost everything online these days so I would probably live without my TV.

Result Friday Liverpool, 4. Bournemouth, 2. Results Saturday Aston Villa, 0. Newcastle United, 0. Brighton and Hove Albion, 1. Fulham, 1. Sunderland, 3. West Ham United, 0. Tottenham Hotspur, 3. Burnley, 0. Wolves 0 Manchester City 4

Laptop 29% Phine 63%

I have heard of them but never used them.

I would probably start a vet practice.

1. Aaron's exit plot beginsNeighbours favourite Aaron Brennan looks set to put his new boyfriend Rhett Norman first after some surprising news. It's no secret that Aaron will be leaving Ramsay Street in the coming weeks – and we now have our first hints on what drives him to pursue a fresh start elsewhere. There are romantic scenes ahead in Erinsborough as Aaron and Rhett declare their love for each other for the first time. In true soap style, though, there are some obstacles along the way… Aaron Brennan and Rhett Norman in Neighbours© Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia Related: Neighbours confirms Andrew's devastating betrayal in 41 pictures "When Aaron first drops the L-bomb, he's shocked as Rhett says nothing back," our Neighbours source shares. "He turns to Jane Harris and Nicolette Stone for some advice and they both encourage him to be honest with Rhett about his feelings, rather than just moping. "Fortunately, when Aaron tries to subtly clear the air, he discovers that Rhett simply didn't hear him when he announced his love." Still feeling sheepish and like the moment has passed, Aaron keeps quiet about what he said. Aaron Brennan and Rhett Norman in Neighbours© Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia Fortunately, Jane is on hand to step in as she lets Rhett know what happened. "Rhett is mortified that he didn't hear such a crucial moment for their relationship," our insider adds. "It was a case of bad luck, rather than a sign of him not being interested. "Keen to make amends, Rhett uses a game of charades to confess his love to Aaron in return – and all is well again." Just when it seems like nothing can stop Aaron and Rhett, they learn that Rhett's daughter Tilly and her mum will soon be moving to Adelaide. They want Rhett to join them there. Aaron is put on the spot as he wonders what this means for his own future… 2. Jane makes amends Jane Harris and Terese Willis in Neighbours© Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia When Jane returns from her short trip with her son Byron Stone, she still feels guilty for being short-tempered around Abigail and Isla before she left. Now in a much better state of mind, Jane keeps the girls entertained with her new persona, 'Fairy Grandma'. 3. Nell plans some time out Terese Willis and Nell Rebecchi in Neighbours© Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia Nell Rebecchi confides in Terese Willis after mysteriously freaking out during a date with her boyfriend JJ Varga-Murphy. Nell apologises to JJ as she knows that he didn't do anything wrong, but she struggles to pinpoint exactly what the issue was. As Nell is missing her dad Toadie and younger brother Hugo, she decides that she'll go to visit them in Colac for a few days to clear her head. JJ is relieved that things seem to be getting back on track, but is this wishful thinking? 4. Remi and Cara make a pact JJ, Remi and Cara Varga-Murphy in Neighbours© Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia After further rows for the Varga-Murphy family, Karl and Susan Kennedy step in to act as mediators for Remi and Cara. The estranged couple reach a mature agreement, promising that Remi will be less dismissive of Cara's feelings and more open to friendship from now on. In return, Cara will respect Remi's boundaries and stop trying to pursue a romantic reconciliation. Will the pact work out? 5. Nicolette confides in Leo Leo Tanaka and Nicolette Stone in Neighbours© Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia In the wake of Byron's departure, Nicolette returns to work with Leo Tanaka at Yorokobi. Leo is reminded of what a useful asset Nicolette can be, as he's instantly impressed by her work ethic. As they catch up, Nicolette shares how she'd like to have another baby within the next few years, and Leo is supportive of her dream. View full article

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I have moved a few topics from the game zone to the relevant forums, A-Z sports - sports forum. A-Z male singers. A-Z female singers. A-Z Tv programmes and A-Z of movies are now all in the entertainment forum.

Going the park every Sunday with our next door neighbours. there were 7 of us and 8 of them. Good memories.

Apart from doing the laundry, nothing much.

Sunny sky

Put dinner in the oven

Sunny 23°C

Stayed home today unless the garden counts.

Shampoo & Conditioner

YouTube

Daughter

My Grandson staying tomorrow

A video on YouTube

4:50 pm

Nothing important

Pretty good