Thread: News "Obesity is a disease not a decision"
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Old 07-09-2013, 09:13 AM   #292
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So, we are all actually in agreement that it's a decision, right?
I honestly don't think the AMA is trying to say it's not a decision. I think they're trying to classify it as a disease for education and treatment purposes. Note this in the OP article:

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"The AMA’s decision essentially makes diagnosis and treatment of obesity a physician’s professional obligation," states an Associated Press story.
Whether it's a disease or not doesn't really matter. What matters is that it's a very real problem, and one that needs addressing. I don't think there's anything wrong with that.
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