Latest news on obesity control and prevention initiatives

HealthyW8 joins World Obesity Day 2025, supporting the theme "Changing Systems, Healthier Lives." To mark the occasion, the project has released a special video interview with an expert dietitian, discussing systemic barriers to obesity prevention.

HealthyW8 joins OBEClust, an EU-backed initiative uniting leading research projects to develop personalized interventions that address the obesity crisis and improve health outcomes across Europe.

HealthyW8 has launched pilot trials across eight European countries to test a digital system for personalized health improvement. Participants from key age groups can join to help shape the future of digital healthcare.

Discover the latest updates from the HealthyW8 project, including our new video launch, expert insights, event highlights, and collaborations with related projects tackling weight management and healthy lifestyles across Europe.

HealthyW8 has launched an introductory video highlighting the causes of obesity and introducing the project’s personalized, digital approach, combining nutrition, physical activity, and psychological support.

The HealthyW8 project is launching a series of exclusive 1:1 sessions with its Stakeholder Advisory Board (STAB) members, aimed at fostering collaboration and sharing expertise across the consortium. Open to all consortium partners, these sessions will cover critical health topics such as Positive Health, Nutrition, Digital Health, and Public Health Policy.

The European Nutrition for Health Alliance (ENHA) has launched a manifesto emphasizing the importance of ensuring EU citizens' access to quality nutritional care, aiming to combat malnutrition and enhance overall health outcomes.

Explore the latest HealthyW8 Project Newsletter, celebrating the project first anniversary with updates on our obesity prevention efforts, insights from key collaborative initiatives, and information on upcoming events and related projects.

The HealthyW8 Project held its first annual meeting and clinical trials training in Palma de Mallorca from 3rd to 6th June. The event featured insightful sessions, hands-on training, and collaborative discussions, bringing together experts to drive forward the mission of combating obesity.

World Obesity Day 2024 inspires global action, emphasizing the importance of healthier lifestyles and supportive policies. The release of the World Obesity Atlas 2024 highlights concerning trends, including rising obesity rates and disproportionate impacts on vulnerable populations.

Explore the latest progress and insights of the HealthyW8 project through our new newsletter. Be part of the movement for a healthier Europe!

Meticulously selected experts will contribute to analysis, validation, and advocacy, fostering innovation in the fight against obesity and promoting healthy lifestyles.

As part of its engagement strategy, the HealthyW8 Project Surveys are thoughtfully curated to gather critical insights from individuals across Europe, shaping the future of obesity prevention.

Access the database to register for the HealthyW8 Project's transformative workshops addressing the global challenge of obesity and overweight in multiple countries.

The World Obesity Federation's groundbreaking statement addresses the urgent need to tackle weight stigma as a human rights issue, marking a turning point in the global conversation.

The 32nd Annual ECOG Congress in Albena, Bulgaria united global experts in paediatric obesity to discuss research and strategies. It concluded with sessions on food reformulation, WHO training, and emphasized the fight against childhood obesity worldwide.

The Kick-off Meeting in Luxembourg gathered 24 partners from 9 countries, uniting to revolutionize obesity prevention through a digital-based lifestyle system.

Discover the newly adopted Zagreb Declaration, a powerful political roadmap to tackle childhood obesity in the WHO European Region. Explore the collective commitment of European leaders' spouses and their urgent call for action.

Discover the latest World Obesity Atlas report, published annually by the World Obesity Federation on World Obesity Day.