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What is the MHRA?
The MHRA, or Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, is the UK's watchdog for medicines and medical devices. Their role is to ensure that products like the weight loss jabs in the story are safe and effective. They monitor reports of adverse reactions, such as those submitted through the Yellow Card scheme, to assess the ongoing safety of medicines.
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