Boots has launched a high street weight loss jab service, offering face-to-face consultations and GLP-1 treatments such as WeGovy and Mounjaro.
Available in 17 stores across the UK, including in London, Manchester and Edinburgh, the service provides a consultation in a private room with a pharmacist who can give treatment to eligible customers.
The in-store pilot builds on Boots’ sales of weight-loss treatments online. Appointments can be booked either via Boots.com or in person at participating stores. The service offers the same treatments as Boots Online Doctor at the same standard prices per dose.
“We know that people have different preferences for how they access healthcare services – some seeking online support and some wanting in-person conversations with their local practitioner,” said Boots chief healthcare officer Jamie Kerruish. “The launch of our in-store weight-loss treatment service alongside our digital offer delivered through Boots Online Doctor means we can now deliver convenient care to people both online or in person.”
Boots also offers a free 10-week programme promoting sustainable lifestyle and behavioural changes and a new ‘weight-loss coach app’ to help customers track progress.
“Our weight-loss treatment services are for anyone whose lives are affected by obesity,” added Kerruish. “For people who are overweight or living with obesity, it can be hard to lose weight through diet and exercise alone. Weight-loss treatment, combined with 360 support to make lifestyle and behavioural changes, can be a powerful tool in helping people manage their weight and at Boots we are here for every step of our customers’ weight-loss journeys.”
Customers who have used the Boots Online Doctor Weight Loss Treatment service for at least six consecutive months can access a free 12-month aftercare programme.
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