World Obesity Day is a unified day of action that calls for a
cohesive, cross-sector response to the obesity crisis. It takes place
on 4 March and is convened by the World Obesity Federation in
collaboration with its global members.
Hundreds of individuals, organisations and alliances contribute to
World Obesity Day every year, engaging hundreds of thousands of people
across the world. Obesity is one of the biggest public health
challenges facing the world today, affecting 800 million people with
millions more at risk. It is a life-altering disease that increases
the likelihood of comorbidities and doubles the risk of Covid-19
hospitalisation, yet people living with obesity lack support and face
stigma at work, home and in the health system. To make change a
reality, we need action at the local, national, and global levels.
World Obesity Day 2022 will feature:
- Special events and activities organised by World Obesity
members around the world
- Stories of action from people at
the front line of the obesity crisis
- Essential toolkits and
resources for healthcare professionals, employers, policymakers,
people living with obesity, and anybody eager to support systemic
change
- A global social media campaign
- The latest
World Obesity Federation ‘Atlas 2022’ report
- A
cross-cutting call for world leaders to act on obesity at policy
level
- A three-week lead-in campaign building momentum and
anticipation for the day
The success of World Obesity Day depends on the contributions of
World Obesity members and allies. If you would like to plan an event,
share a story, offer support, or simply find out more, please contact
World Obesity Federation on wod@worldobesity.org.
Together, we can give everybody the best chance to live happier,
healthier and longer lives.
https://www.worldobesityday.org/
About World
Obesity Day from the World Obesity Federation
Please note this article is taken from the World Obesity Federation Website
