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City dwellers gaining more weight than those in rural areas in Australia

Health experts are pushing for a national co-ordinated approach in tackling obesity.

International study shows Australians are gaining weight Source: AAP

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Data from 200 countries and territories shows people living in rural areas have gained more weight in the last 30 years compared to those who live in the city, but not in Australia.

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