Diabetes epidemic warning

Mother with smartphone checking on little girl with a continuous glucose monitor sensor on her shoulder

Immer jüngere Zuckerkranke Credit: Westend61/Getty Images

A new study warns of a nationwide diabetes epidemic and calls for better access to weight-loss drugs, as well as a penalty tax on sugary drinks. Around two million Australians live with some form of diabetes, and the number is increasing among younger people. For example, Jill Donohoo received a life-changing type 2 diabetes diagnosis at just 31 years of age.


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Professor Johannes le Coutre

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