From the ABC, the plan proposed by the Australian Divisions of General Practice for the government to fund overweight/obese people attending weight loss programs. Apparently such programs in the UK have resulted in about 20% of attendees losing weight in the long term.
Article begins: A doctors group has proposed that overweight people be given a $170 subsidy to attend an accredited weight-loss program.
From the Sydney Morning Herald, the costs involved for GPs in paperwork for diabetics, and the consequences of the disparity between time and compensation.
Article begins: Diabetics are not getting the right treatment because doctors are being overwhelmed by the paperwork required to manage their condition, experts say.
From Richard Glover's Drive program on 702 ABC Sydney, Midweek Conference this week discussed the emotional aspects of overeating. It's not on the story list right now, but keep an eye on this page and it will no doubt appear shortly. Guest was Petrea King from the Quest for Life Foundation. This edition of the foundation's newsletter includes discussion of food issues.
From the Sydney Morning Herald, Byetta is a new medication now available to people with Type 2 diabetes in Australia.
Article begins: A new drug inspired by a hormone in lizard saliva has hit the Australian market to help diabetics manage their condition and their weight.
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