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Obesity rate in Penang higher than national average, says Dzulkefly

Published on 8 Feb 2025 6:48:44 PM

Speaking at the opening of the North Seberang Perai Wellness Hub at the Sungai Dua health clinic in Penang on Saturday (Feb 8), Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said Penangites appear to be slightly heavier than the average Malaysian, with the overweight and obesity rates in Penang at 56.5%, surpassing the national figure of 54.4%.

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Speaking at the opening of the North Seberang Perai Wellness Hub at the Sungai Dua health clinic in Penang on Saturday (Feb 8), Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said Penangites appear to be slightly heavier than the average Malaysian, with the overweight and obesity rates in Penang at 56.5%, surpassing the national figure of 54.4%.

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