Tackling obesity : a call to action / by Rachael McLean and Jim Mann

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Tackling obesity : a call to action / by Rachael McLean and Jim Mann

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Witnesses the increasing prevalence of obesity in New Zealand. Summarises evidence-based recommendations for interventions outilned in two recently released reports, including the New Zealand Medical Association (NZMA) policy briefing 'Tackling obesity'. Alerts to the risks of coronary heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers associated with obesity. Expresses alarm at the withdrawal of public health initiatives aimed at reducing rates of obesity in NZ and overseas. Urges a comprehensive...

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Journal

Date created

28 Nov 2014

Creator

McLean, Rachael, (Departments of Human Nutrition & Preventive and Social Medicine, University of Otago) / Mann, Jim, (Director Edgar Diabetes & Obesity Research, Departments of Human Nutrition & Medicine, & Riddet Institute, University of Otago)

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http://natlib.govt.nz/records/35281743

Related subjects

Obesity -- Prevention / Medical policy

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