Webinar: Ozempic and Other Weight Management Medications – Are They for Me?

Are you living with diabetes or pre-diabetes and curious about weight management medications like Ozempic and others (known as GLP-1 RAs)? Join the Diabetes Victoria Clinic team for a supportive online session designed to help you understand these options. 

Living with diabetes presents unique challenges and choices. Our dedicated Diabetes Nurse Educator, Lisa, and experienced Dietitian, Tim, are here to share clear, up-to-date information in a respectful and understanding environment.    

This webinar is available to Diabetes Victoria Members. Not a Diabetes Victoria member yet? No problem! Simply register for this webinar, and you'll automatically receive a complimentary Diabetes Victoria Free Membership, connecting you to more resources and support. 

In this webinar, we'll explore together: 

• Understanding the Medications: What are GLP-1 RA weight management medications, and how do they work in the body? 

• Accessing Medications: Information on how people can access these medications, including PBS criteria and private options. 

• Getting Started: Key considerations and education before starting on these medications. 

• Nutrition & Wellbeing: Understanding the importance of nutritional assessments, dietary adequacy, and body composition when considering these treatments.    

• Lifestyle Integration: Discussing how lifestyle changes work alongside these medications for overall health. 

• Your Journey: Setting realistic expectations and navigating the different phases – from starting the medication and managing symptoms to long-term support and weight plateau strategies. 

• Community & Support: This is a space to learn and understand, free from judgment.    

Disclaimer: The information in this presentation, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, and other material, is general in nature and accurate, to the best of our knowledge, at the time of presentation. This information is intended for general purposes only and should not be substituted for individualised healthcare advice, diagnosis, management, and treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or health professional with any question and concerns you may have regarding your diabetes or other health condition management.