EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 5 MIN
Obesity linked to infection related deaths - Study
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A new study says that people with obesity are 1.7 times more likely to be hospitalised or die from infection, while those with severe obesity are three times at risk. Wayne Cutfield is Professor in Paediatric Endocrinology at the University of Auckland Liggins Institute.
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