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News Aug 09, 24

Pierre Cooke Jr. receives Emerging Leader in Health Award at ICO 2024

Pierre Cooke presented with the award at ICO 2024 for his impactful advocacy to address childhood obesity.

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News Aug 05, 24

Professors Raubenheimer & Simpson receive Wertheimer Award for transformative obesity research

Wertheimer Award recipients at ICO 2024, shares insights on their research into obesity & nutrition.

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News Press Release Aug 02, 24

Study finds two thirds of women of normal BMI have ‘normal weight obesity’

Research at ICO2024 reveals 67% of Brazilian women with normal BMI have 'normal weight obesity,' with high body fat.

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News Press Release Aug 02, 24

Polyagonists - the future of obesity treatment

At ICO2024, Prof. le Roux highlights the promising future of obesity treatment with new polyagonist drugs.

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News Press Release Aug 02, 24

Not just weight loss, but optimal body composition and function should be our target

At ICO2024, Prof. Donna Ryan emphasises optimal body composition over ideal weight as the goal.

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News Jul 31, 24

Welcoming new Trustees to our Board leadership!

We are excited to announce new Trustees to our Board leadership following our Annual General Meeting on 17 July 2024.

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News SCOPE Jul 31, 24

SCOPE School São Paulo: Collaborative approaches to address obesity

SCOPE School in São Paulo, Brazil, was a significant event focused on addressing the global obesity epidemic.

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News Jul 31, 24

Dr. Nick Finer advocates for breaking barriers in obesity care during Willendorf Award speech

Nick Finer, awarded the Willendorf at ICO 2024, reflects on his journey in obesity care & the fight against stigma.

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News Jul 29, 24

Obesity Reviews article highlights transcendental meditation’s role in cardiometabolic health

New study highlights the promising role of TM in the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic diseases.

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