Sri Lanka, June 26 -- An increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among children in the country has been observed, according to the Ministry of Health.

Consultant Community Physician and Director of the Nutrition Division of the Health Ministry, Dr. Monika Wijeratne, stated that problems with food consumption have contributed to this situation.

Speaking at a press conference held at the Health Promotion Bureau, Dr. Wijeratne noted that the risk of children developing non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure is on the rise.

She further explained, "According to data collected during National Nutrition Month 2024, 7% of schoolchildren in Grades 1, 4, 7, and 10 are overweight."

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