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New scheme announced to tackle obesity in Northern Ireland

New scheme announced to tackle obesity in Northern Ireland
BBC Northern Ireland Monday 29 June 2026, 08:49 UTC 1 min read
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The Regional Obesity Management Service (ROMS) is expected to begin rolling out in early autumn 2026.

The Regional Obesity Management Service (ROMS) is expected to begin rolling out in early autumn 2026.
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