Diabetes has risen by almost 50 per cent on the Island in the last decade - while obesity rates have fallen.
Ayre and Michael MHK Tim Baker asked for figures from Health and Social Care Minister Kate Beecroft in the House of Keys this week.
Mrs Beecroft said in 2005, 1,292 people were diagnosed with type 1 or 2 diabetes - in 2015 that figure had jumped to 1,908.
But the data also shows 2,831 people were medically obese in 2007 compared to just 2,438 in 2015.
Repairs on Peel Power Station to get underway
Manx Utilities says it's hoping to start fitting replacement flues to Peel Power Station next week.
Manx Care doctor survey to be discussed by Tynwald
How will the Government respond to a damning survey by the British Medical Association?
Weather warning for snow tonight
A yellow weather warning about more freezing weather will come into force later.
MHK queries safety at primary school in Ballabeg
An MHK will raise the issue of safety outside a primary school in the south of the Island next week.
Gales put two ferry sailings at risk tonight
Two Steam Packet Company sailings overnight could be facing disruption.
Should the Island throw a birthday party for Barry Gibb?
As tourism business owner has suggested the Isle of Man hold a huge event to mark Sir Barry Gibb's 80th birthday this year.
Warning issued over icy roads
Ice and frost is causing havoc on the Island's roads this morning.
High ground could see 4 inches of snow on Saturday night
The Island's Met Office has issued another weather warning for snow and sleet over the weekend.
