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News Policy & Advocacy Jan 30, 25

New tool assesses policy impacts on obesity inequalities

This tool has been designed to evaluate the effects of obesity prevention policies on health inequalities.

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News Policy & Advocacy Jan 29, 25

MAPPS II - Understanding the global barriers to addressing obesity

We are very excited to launch the Management and Advocacy for Providers, Patients, and Systems (MAPPS) II Project.

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News Jan 20, 25

The Lancet launches new framework for redefining obesity as a chronic disease

The Lancet Commission has launched ground-breaking guidelines to redefine obesity as a chronic, systemic illness.

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News Jan 20, 25

New study highlights the impact of plant-based and sustainable diets on obesity

A systematic review explores the relationship between plant-based diets and their effects on obesity.

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News Dec 13, 24

2024 Year-end letter from our President and CEO

Our President, Simón Barquera, and CEO, Johanna Ralston, reflect on a fantastic 2024.

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News Policy & Advocacy Dec 13, 24

2024 in review: Policy & Advocacy

We leveraged opportunities at several events this year to help ensure obesity is a priority in the global health agenda.

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News Data Dec 13, 24

2024 in review: Data & Evidence

The Global Obesity Observatory had several key developments and saw another significant increase in usage this year.

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News Member news Dec 13, 24

2024 in review: Our members

In 2024, we were delighted to see our membership continue to grow as we expand into more areas around the world.

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News Dec 13, 24

2024 in review: Journals

Our four scientific, peer-reviewed journals performed well in 2024, with each journal experiencing impressive growth.

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