UK NHS spends millions on larger equipment for obese people

The NHS has spent at least £7m on adapting services and equipment to treat obese patients over the last five years, according to new figures.

UK NHS spends millions on larger equipment for obese people

The NHS has spent at least £7m on adapting services and equipment to treat obese patients over the last five years, according to new figures.

The data, obtained by Sky News through Freedom of Information requests, revealed many NHS foundation trusts increased spending on bariatric provisions in the last two years.

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