Obesity isn’t just a global problem – it’s hitting Singapore hard. In 2022, nearly 12 out of every 100 adults were obese – double the rate from 30 years ago. What’s behind the surge and how is Singapore fighting back? Nicolas Ng talks to a senior endocrinologist to uncover the risks and solutions.
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