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Article: Obesity is a `serious medical problem'
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- New Straits Times
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- July 16, 2000
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New Straits Times
07-16-2000
Obesity is a `serious medical problem'
Edition: New Sunday Times; 2*
Section: National
Malacca --
MALACCA, Sat. - Malaysians must be made aware that obesity is a serious medical problem thus serious measures must be taken for proper weight management towards a healthier lifestyle.
Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia consultant cardiologist Dr Ng Wai Kiat said the rising cases of health complications as a result of obesity has only one thing to show - that there was an urgent need for the people to be aware that obesity is a disease.
"Studies have shown that obesity is a serious medical problem increasing in prevalence, affecting mainly women who are ...
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