The 'tidal wave' of diabetes and obesity that could soon cost New Zealand $3.5b a year

The 'tidal wave' of diabetes and obesity that could soon cost New Zealand $3.5b a year
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Lucy Warhurst
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Watch: The 'tidal wave' of diabetes and obesity that could soon cost New Zealand $3.5b a year.
When we think of Easter we often think of treats, chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. But when treats become the norm, it can be a problem - a huge problem.
You've heard of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Well, combined they make up a new epidemic, known as 'diabesity' - and New Zealand is facing a worrying tsunami of it.

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