Obesity

Research on long-term conditions inviting Pasifika communities

A new research group is asking the Pasifika community in Brisbane to become part of a study involving long-term conditions within the community. The Genomics Research Centre at QUT is looking at the genetics of conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and gout to improve the diagnosis and treatment for Pasifika and other communities. Image: Image …

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Regional disadvantage driving Australia’s obesity inequality

A new report warns Australians living in regional and lower-income communities are being hit hardest by the country’s growing obesity crisis, deepening social and economic inequality between the city and the country. The findings show those facing disadvantage often have less access to healthcare, healthy food and prevention services – raising concerns the issue is …

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