‘A very important milestone has been reached for obesity sufferers: the recognition of their disease’
This recognition has come with a new comprehensive German National Diabetes Strategy.
Continue reading “The German Parliament has recognised that obesity is not a lifestyle issue, but a chronic disease”As the UK starts to move towards the “New Normal”, we struggle to think what this will look like in reality and specifically what it will mean to people living with obesity.
Continue reading “If Obesity Surgery can change lives and save our Covid 19 strapped NHS, why isn’t it happening?”We’ve put together three short, easy-to-follow videos to help people stay active whilst at home. These exercises can be done at home in a small space and do no need any special equipment.
Continue reading “Be Active, Stay Healthy”COVID-19 has impacted significantly upon weight management and bariatric surgery. In order to quantify this effect Dr Adrian Brown from UCL has obtained ethical permission for two surveys.
Continue reading “We need your help to find out how COVID-19 has impacted on the provision of weight management services”We are sad to announce that Iris Mcmillan, OEN UK champion, passed away on 26th February 2020. Iris, a former solicitor, served on numerous government and health sectors committees. She fought for people affected by overweight and obesity to have appropriate treatment and for recognition of the detrimental effects of weight stigma. She will be sadly missed.
Professor Rachel Batterham, Chair of OEN and Nadya Isack were invited to speak at an event at the RCP on March 10th 2020 that was attended by about 80 people from Camden CCG. The aim was to encourage all healthcare and social care professionals to be able to talk sensitively about weight. Dr Batterham presented an overview of the causes of obesity whilst Nadya Isack, OEN Champion eloquently shared her experience of living with obesity and the stigma that she has faced.
At this successful event patient organisations, healthcare professionals, researchers and funders came together to raise awareness of obesity, highlight that obesity has many complex causes and the importance of eliminating weight stigma. It included talks from patients living with obesity and expert healthcare professionals with opportunities to ask questions.
Continue reading “World Obesity Day Event – 4th March at UCLH Main Reception”
Talks from patients living with obesity and expert healthcare professionals with opportunities to ask questions.
By Maggie Clinton, Obesity Empowerment Network UK Champion and Trustee
I am so honoured and excited at the prospect of being involved in events recognising the importance to developing a united worldwide approach to reducing the prejudice and stigma associated with obesity.
Continue reading “Visiting the World Obesity Federation (WOF) Patient Summit”
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Obesity launched a report on Tuesday 15th May 2018, Attlee Suite, Portcullis House. The report highlights that the NHS is failing people with obesity. A survey conducted by the Group found that four out of ten people with obesity found it difficult to access lifestyle and prevention services. 88% of respondents said they have been stigmatised, criticised or abused as a result of their obesity.
