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You may be a potential candidate if you: Have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with a weight-related condition such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol Have experienced ongoing weight gain and limited progress alone Have weight-related health concerns and are seeking medically guided support Prefer an online evaluation process and are unable to attend frequent in-person appointments Disclaimer: Medical weight loss programs are not appropriate for everyone
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Clinical decision-making is often individualized
Subcutaneous injection technique involves cleaning the injection site with alcohol, pinching skin to create a fold, inserting the needle at a 45-90 degree angle, and injecting slowly