UK 'fat map' shows obesity hotspots

A new "fat map" of the UK shows high levels of obesity in the Midlands, Wales, North East and parts of the South East. The map, created by Dr Foster Research, suggests the problem may be getting worse when compared with a similar map published two years ago. Although different methodology was used, researchers said the 2008 map is now revealing pockets of obesity in previously unexpected areas. The data, from GP practices across the UK, shows that more than one in 10 patients registered with GPs in some parts of the country is obese.