Diabetes & Obesity
Diabetes and Obesity in Australia

People are a business’s most valuable asset. Successful companies invest in the health, safety, and well-being of workers, reducing absenteeism and presenteeism while improving service. In Australia, spending on diabetes is rising sharply, and with an ageing population and increasing obesity, concerns are growing nationally and for employers.

According to a recent study, males account for 56% of treatment costs and 85% of total cases being Type 2. Fortunately Type 2 diabetes can be managed via lifestyle changes, exercise and if necessary, medication.

insurancenews.com.au recent article on this subject provides compelling reading and can be found here