New report warns of a national diabetes epidemic

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A new report has warned of a national diabetes epidemic, calling for better access to weight loss medications and a tax on sugary drinks. Around two million Australians live with a form of diabetes, and the number is on the rise in younger people. The story by Alexandra Jones and Penry Buckley for SBS News was produced by RaySel for SBS Tamil.

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Published 4 July 2024 9:00am

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A new report has warned of a national diabetes epidemic, calling for better access to weight loss medications and a tax on sugary drinks. Around two million Australians live with a form of diabetes, and the number is on the rise in younger people. The story by Alexandra Jones and Penry Buckley for SBS News was produced by RaySel for SBS Tamil.

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