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Leicester’s New Weight Loss Hubs
Leicester’s obesity crisis gets a major boost with £8 million in new government funding to launch six neighborhood hubs—located in gyms, pharmacies, and more—offering weight loss meds, lifestyle coaching, and mental health support for both adults and kids. Accessible via online portals, doctors, schools, or councils, the initiative includes teen-focused apps and multilingual services to reach South Asian, Black, and deprived communities hardest hit. Part of an £85 million national push, the hubs begin rolling out in August 2026 across Leicestershire, Rutland, and Northamptonshire, aiming to…
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