SESSION 1: LIVED EXPERIENCE

Panel:

Experts-by-Experience alongside the COURAGE team — Rebecca Stone and Louisa Ells

Discussion Topic:
Exploring the challenges and opportunities associated with GLP-1 therapy, with a focus on lived experience, access, education, and ongoing support.

Key Themes:

• Improving access pathways through GP and pharmacy services
• Increasing education and awareness around black-market GLP-1 use
• Understanding the social narrative surrounding GLP-1s, weight stigma, and body image
• Monitoring disordered eating behaviours and eating disorders during GLP-1 treatment
• Providing tailored wraparound care throughout treatment
• Strengthening post-treatment support, follow-up, and monitoring

Session Format:
Panel discussion followed by audience Q&A