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Diabetes and obesity

Last updated on 06 December 2007

Australian Centre for Diabetes Strategies

The focus of the centre is population health improvement through health service development and research, and the development, implementation, analysis and evaluation of practical strategies, programs and policy for diabetes. (Australian Centre for Diabetes Strategies) More info >>

WHO: diabetes mellitus

Recently compiled data shows that approximately 150 million people have diabetes mellitus worldwide, and that this number may well double by the year 2025. (World Health Organization) More info >>

The obesity epidemic in the Pacific Islands

This paper examines the rising levels of obesity in the Pacific Islands, and the challenges in addressing such an issue. (Journal of Development and Social Transformation: 2004) More info >>

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