Twenty-three prescriptions for weight loss drugs have been issued on the island in the past year.
Health minister Claire Christian explained some of these drugs can also be used to treat type two diabetes.
However, the figure quoted was for Wegovy and Saxenda, which she said were licensed specifically losing weight.
She stressed that the medications are only available privately:
MHK queries number waiting for public housing
How many people are currently waiting for public housing?
King to visit Island today
Douglas is preparing to welcome King Charles this morning.
Warning over parking suspensions for King's visit
Police are warning anyone parking where they shouldn't before the King's visit tomorrow may find their car towed away.
Peel residents outraged over toxic powder spread near young gull
Residents in Peel say they've contacted police after toxic powder was spread along a street to discourage seagulls.
Commissioners tackle beach rubbish after online criticism
Ramsey commissioners say they've listened to public criticisms about litter and bins at one of the town's beaches.
This year's bookings will be honoured, says closing venue
A hospitality business in Douglas says it'll shut down at the end of this year.
Noel tackles charity car wash for Autism Initiatives
Noel Edmonds has been showing off his car-washing chops, to raise money for a good cause.
TT legend's bike could fetch up to £55k at auction
A motorbike ridden by TT legend Mick Grant on the Mountain course could fetch up to £55,000 at auction later this month.
