May 7, 2025 · Obesity and overweight fact sheet from WHO providing key facts and information on causes, health consequences, double burden of disease, prevention, WHO response.

Oct 22, 2025 · Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. A body mass index (BMI) over 25 is considered overweight, and over 30 is …

Apr 2, 2020 · Obesity is one of the most serious global public health challenges of the 21st century, affecting every country in the Western Pacific Region. Obesity in adulthood is a major risk factor for …

Jul 17, 2025 · reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, cancers (especially breast and colon), diabetes, obesity, dementia, anxiety and depression; enhanced cognitive function and academic performance, …

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Jan 21, 2016 · The Commission on Ending Childhood Obesity was established in 2014 to review, build upon and address gaps in existing mandates and strategies. Having consulted with over 100 WHO …

Feb 23, 2024 · Overview Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health. Obesity is linked to an increased risk for many NCDs, including …

May 7, 2025 · Le surpoids est un état caractérisé par un dépôt excessif de tissu adipeux. L’obésité est une maladie chronique complexe qui se définit par un dépôt excessif de tissu adipeux pouvant nuire …

Jun 9, 2021 · Obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally, with at least 2.8 million people dying each year as a result of being overweight or obese.

Mar 4, 2025 · Drawing on the lessons from tackling the HIV epidemic 20 years ago, South African society is now pulling together to address obesity. In South Africa today, more than half of the adult …