PETITIONClosedPetition · petition.parliament.uk
Review & regulate weight loss and health journey content on social media
We want the government to review and regulate how social media platforms treat personal health stories, particularly around weight loss medication, to ensure fair treatment, transparency, and protection of lawful personal expression.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
Signatures
701
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 701/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 701/100,000
Background
Some people use social media to share their weight loss journey, including those using legally prescribed medications. These stories may be removed or restricted by platforms. We think this harms mental health, stifles support networks, and discourages open, health discussion.