obesity
Lancet obesity papers show need for urgent strategy
The average Australian man now weighs 85.9kg, up 6.5kg more than 25 years ago, a new series of papers on obesity has found – and 35% of adults are overweight …
Kids spend too long on electronic devices
New research released today by Cancer Council Australia and the National Heart Foundation of Australia shows Australian teenagers are spending increasing time in front of electronic devices such as computers, …
Obesity: Australians fatter earlier than ever
Adults are now more likely to gain weight at an earlier age, compared with the past – and most people put on weight every year, says Professor Clare Collins, spokesperson …
Clinical tips: obesity explained
Obesity: Clinical tips by Karalyn Huxhagen, community pharmacist and 2010 Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s Pharmacist of the Year. Obesity is a major issue for many customers visiting community pharmacy. Obesity …