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Obesity
Recent findings from University of Melbourne highlight research in obesity
March 24th, 2009
According to a study from Carlton, Australia, "Obesity has become a global pandemic, considered the sixth leading cause of mortality by the WHO. As gatekeepers to the health system, General Practitioners are placed in an ideal position to manage obesity." "Yet, very few consultations address weight management. This study aims to explore reasons why patients attending General Practice appointments are not engaging with their General Practitioner (GP) for weight management and their perception of the role of the GP in managing their weight. In February 2006, 367 participants aged between 17 and 64 were recruited from three General Practices in Melbourne to complete a...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-03-24)
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