“Perfect storm” pregnancy warning issued to women on weight-loss jabs

A person receiving a shot. (SWNS)

By Lauren Wilkin

A doctor who specializes in obesity management and weight loss surgery is warning women on weight loss shots that their contraceptive pill can be "less effective" if you take GLP-1s.

“Perfect storm” pregnancy warning issued to women on weight-loss jabs

Dr. Wiljon Beltre warns that weight-loss shots could reduce the effectiveness of birth control. (Courtesy of Dr. Wiljon Beltre via SWNS)

“Perfect storm” pregnancy warning issued to women on weight-loss jabs

A pill in a hand. (SWNS)

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