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Weight Management
If you would like support to lose weight and improve your health, there are a range of services available. The service that is most appropriate for you depends on your Body Mass Index (BMI), your medical conditions and your personal circumstances.
All weight management services require that you:
- Meet the eligibility criteria.
- Are ready and motivated to make lifestyle changes.
- Are committed to taking part in the programme.
Please note that different services may have additional exclusion criteria.
If you are of Asian, Chinese, Middle Eastern, Black African or African-Caribbean heritage
BMI thresholds are reduced by 2.5 due to increased health risks at lower BMI levels.
BMI below 28
If your BMI is below 28, NHS specialist weight management services are not usually available.
You can still get support with healthy eating and physical activity guidance from NHS Better Health
BMI 28 or above
If your BMI is 28 or higher, you may be eligible for a Community Weight Management Programme.
These programmes provide support with:
- Healthy eating
- Physical activity
- Behaviour change
- Long-term weight management
More information about these programes can be found on Wiltshire Councils Website.
If you would like referral to either Healthy Us or Active Health please let us know - Contact us online (Within SystemConnect select: Existing Condition → Weight Management Referral Request)
BMI over 30 with Diabetes and/or High Blood Pressure
If your BMI is over 30 and you have:
- Type 2 Diabetes, and/or
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
You may be eligible for the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme, which offers personalised support online.
If you would like a referral please let us know - Contact us online (Within SystemConnect select: Existing Condition → Weight Management Referral Request)
BMI 35 or above
You may be eligible for referral to Specialist Weight Management Services if your BMI is 35 or above and you have four or more weight-related health conditions.
Weight-related conditions include:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Obstructive Sleep Apnoea requiring treatment
These services provide specialist assessment and support and may include access to weight loss medications where appropriate.
If you would like a referral please let us know - Contact us online (Within SystemConnect select: Existing Condition → Weight Management Referral Request)
BMI 50 or above
Patients with a BMI of 50 or above may be eligible for a fast-track referral to Specialist Weight Management Services.
If you would like a referral please let us know - Contact us online (Within SystemConnect select: Existing Condition → Weight Management Referral Request)