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The use of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro is increasing across South Africa, as more patients turn to medical weight loss solutions and improved diabetes control. These drugs, originally developed for type 2 diabetes, are now widely used for obesity management, raising questions about how they work, what they contain and how they differ.

Back to school for the second term has commenced, with education authorities warning that the academic load will intensify in the coming weeks. The start of the term places pressure on pupils, parents, and teachers to quickly re-establish routines and maintain curriculum pace. With assessments and mid-year exams approaching, study methods and time management are expected to play a critical role in learner performance.