A GP has told the BBC that patients have already enquiring about prescriptions for the "game changer" weight loss drug Mounjaro, after it became available at surgeries in England earlier this week. Dr Rachel Ward,

Currently, two criteria must be met to qualify for the prescription. Firstly, a BMI of 40 or over is required, however, if you're from a minority ethnic background, you may be eligible with a BMI of 37.5 or over.

Prescriptions for the weight-loss jab Mounjaro are now being offered at GP surgeries in England - but only for patients who meet strict criteria. The move marks the beginning of a phases rollout of the weekly injection, which has been shown to help people lose up to 20% of their body weight.