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Japan Finance Ministry calls for review of 'metabolic syndrome checkup' support

TOKYO -- Japan's Finance Ministry proposed reviewing administrative support, including possible termination, for specific health checkups and guidance

  • Japan Finance Ministry proposes reviewing metabolic syndrome checkup support
  • Support limited impact on reducing medical costs, high public spending
  • Suggests shift to higher cost-effective measures and fee for welfare recipients

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