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Impacts of Obesity on the Economy
Obesity has significant impacts on the economy, manifested through direct medical care costs and indirect labor market consequences. Persons with obesity tend to have higher medical care costs due to the association with chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. Additionally, obesity can lead to indirect consequences in the labor market, affecting people's wages and overall economic productivity.
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