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The ‘Most Diabetic Place in America’ grapples with the devastating disease that affects nearly 1 in 3 residents
The ‘Most Diabetic Place in America’ grapples with the devastating disease that affects nearly 1 in 3 residents

NEWPORT, Arkansas – This is the most diabetic place in America.

None of those interviewed knew that. Not even the mayor. “I didn’t know it until you told me,” Mayor David Stewart said.

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