Why women are most at risk in Africa's obesity crisis
Almost half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030, according to a new study, an "alarming rise" that has ...
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Changing systems to reduce obesity in SA
The World Health Organization (WHO) records that overweight and obesity has more than doubled since the 1990’s, affecting all regions of the world, and particularly South ...
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Obesity and diabetes: Understanding the global surge and how to solve it
The prevalence of obesity and diabetes has grown worldwide, presenting notable challenges to public health and health care ...
Obesity in South Africa: A nation at risk
Reflecting on World Obesity Day‘’ From misallocated health funds to the normalization of 'family diabetes,' South ...
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Study suggests marriage increases obesity risk, especially in men
A new study shows marriage significantly increases obesity risk in men, tripling the likelihood of obesity compared to ...
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Africa Faces Rising Obesity Crisis Among Women
A new study by the World Obesity Federation warns that nearly half of African women will be overweight or obese by 2030, a ...
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China’s new measures against obesity: scales in hotels and healthy recipes
The Chinese government has introduced a series of new measures against obesity, including specialised clinics in hospitals ...
South Africa's obesity crisis: a call for systemic change
On World Obesity Day, experts highlight South Africa's alarming obesity rates and the urgent need for systemic change to combat it and promote healthier living.
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South Africa: Department of Health Commemorates World Obesity Day
The Department of Health will observe World Obesity Day on Monday, 10 March 2025, to raise awareness about the global challenge of obesity and advocate for systemic changes that promote healthier ...