Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN HL1773
Obesity: Drugs
Tabled: 7 July 2026
Answered: 20 July 2026
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what metrics they plan to use in future studies on weight-loss medicines to assess employment outcomes, workforce participation and sickness absence.
Answer
Studies currently underway in the United Kingdom are examining outcomes which include employment status, work productivity, and sickness absence. For example, the industry funded SURMOUNT-REAL study will examine employment status and work productivity out...
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