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Proceeding contribution from Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 9 November 2011. It occurred during Adjournment debate on Obesity.


Obesity

I have heard constituents talk about the use of statins and polypills. These medications have enormously beneficial effects for many people, and many people need them, but people almost seem to think, ““Well, we have this magic pill available. We can eat and drink as much as we like, and then we can go on this pill.”” Does the hon. Gentleman share my concern that we need more education about the use of such medications? At the moment, people are under the impression that there is something out there that can solve all these problems without their having to do anything to change their lifestyle.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
535 c117WH 
Session
2010-12
Chamber / Committee
Westminster Hall
Subjects
Children Costs Diets Health services Health education Obesity Schools Sports Exercise
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk