Almost two in three Australian adults and one in four Australian children are overweight or obese. Excess weight is a major risk factor for Type 2 diabetes. Scientists are working to help people live healthier lives through diet and lifestyle programs, thus preventing illnesses and developing a better understanding of diseases.
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Clinical trials to assess the effectiveness or otherwise of interventions designed to assist in the treatment and prevention of Type 2 diabetes requires a large and coordinated team. The video shows the steps needed to set up a clinical trial, and follows some of the personnel involved including research dieticians, nurses, research technicians and statisticians.
