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- Bindels P J E PJE Erasmus MC, afd. Huisartsgeneeskunde, Rotterdam..
- Erasmus MC, afd. Huisartsgeneeskunde, Rotterdam.
AbstractNew epidemics are evolving in modern day society. Obesity, addiction to smoking and a general lack of exercise are threatening the health of the population seen by the general practitioner. It is time for action! But can we solve these problems in general practice, during consulting hours? Or have we reached the limits to what we can achieve as general practitioners in reducing addiction to smoking and stimulating weight loss? Of course, we can still help to coach individuals who consult us with one of these problems, but although healthcare in Dutch general practice is of a high standard much more is needed to solve these new epidemics and the problems that threaten the health of the population. Other stakeholders - such as political parties, municipal health services and the government - should also have to bear the responsibility.
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