Vic: Doctors to prescribe exercise, not pills to beat obesity
Australian doctors are to prescribe healthy lifestyle and eating patterns -- ratherthan prescription drugs -- in an effort to reduce rising levels of obesity.
According to a report in the Sunday Herald Sun newspaper, the initiative will be introducedin the new year.
It will see doctors prescribe low-fat food, exercise and responsible drinking.
Federal Health Minister KAY PATTERSON says pills aren't always the answer, and justone per cent of Australians increasing their physical activity has the potential to save$8.6 million in health costs.
However the Australian Medical Association says the initiative is unnecessary as doctorsalready offer similar advice.
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KEYWORD: OBESITY (MELBOURNE)
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