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Old 03-01-2008, 01:51 PM   #1 (permalink)
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'Fat tax' imposed on obese (Adelaide Now)

A "FAT tax" is being imposed on the obese, with life insurance firms charging at least 50 per cent more on their premiums.

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That is disgusting. and I do believe that they are cashing in on the Obesity Epidemic. They should be offering things like WLS, for those who are willing, for a Discounted premium!!! Not INCREASING it!
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