Tackling the stigma ahead of World Obesity Day

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Tomorrow is World Obesity Day.

Healthcare professionals say we’re not doing enough to get rid of the stigma around obesity here in South Africa , so people can access treatment for the disease and keep the weight off in the long term.

HOT 1027’S Tara Penny has more..

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