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Public Health Resources - Weight Management
Being overweight or obese can seriously affect a person's health as it can lead to high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease.
The following 8 pages on 'brief advice' cover:
- How to check if a person is a healthy weight.
- How to raise the issue of weight management.
- Top Tips for managing your weight.
Main authors: Miriam Armstrong, Veronica Wray - PHLink, in association with key Policy Leads at the Department of Health.
Click here to download the document.
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