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?? Today is #WorldObesityDay! Obesity in Europe disproportionately affects communities with a lower socioeconomic position. To address this, we must move beyond individual blame and focus on the biological, sociocultural, and environmental factors shaping obesity risk across the life course. ?? At OBCT, we are working to provide health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and communities with the data, tools, and maps needed to drive effective and sustainable obesity prevention. ?? Tackling obesity requires evidence-based, systemic change. Let’s use today to push for policies that make healthier choices accessible to all. ?? World Obesity Day: www.worldobesityday.org ?? Learn more about OBCT: https://www.obct.nl/ #WOD2025 #ChangingSystems #ObesityPrevention #HealthEquity

?? A major step forward in addressing obesity across Europe! The launch of OBEClust marks a groundbreaking collaboration of nine EU-funded research projects working together to better understand, prevent, and treat obesity. With €80M in funding and support from the EU, UKRI, and Swiss SERI, this initiative unites top researchers to drive impactful, evidence-based solutions for individuals and communities across Europe. ?? As part of this cluster, OBCT is focused on uncovering the biological, sociocultural, and environmental risk trajectories of obesity, helping to shape smarter, more effective interventions. ?? “With over 1 billion people living with obesity, the time to act is now. OBEClust will strengthen research, align methods, and develop meaningful policies to create lasting change,” says Paulo Oliveira, OBEClust’s chair. By combining expertise, data, and innovative approaches, OBEClust aims to transform obesity prevention and treatment—and we’re just getting started. Stay tuned for updates! ?? Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/ee4Yp5JU? #OBEClust #ObesityResearch #HealthInnovation #HorizonEurope #PublicHealth

P? vej hjem fra to inspirerende og effektive dage sammen med et st?rkt europ?isk team i EU projektet OBCT (Biological, socioCultural, and environmental risk Trajectories, 2023-2028). Form?let med OBCT er bl.a. at udvikle viden, systematisk overblik og nye redskaber, som kan underst?tte b?redygtig forebyggelse af overv?gt, s?rligt blandt borgere med lav socio?konomisk status. Herunder er det m?let at udvikle v?rkt?jer til at politiske sundhedstiltag og beslutninger bliver implementeret lokalt, s? de f?r en faktisk betydning for den enkelte borger. Projektet spiller rigtig godt sammen med alt det sp?ndende der er liiige ved at ske p? sundhedsomr?det i DK i ?jeblikket, herunder Folkesundhedsloven, differentieret moms, skolemad osv. Vi gl?der os til at forts?tte det sp?ndende og meningsfulde samarbejde med s?rligt fokus p? sundhedspolitikken og implementering Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen Kirsten Schroll Bj?rnsbo Kamille Almer Bernsdorf Torp #forebyggelse #sundhedpol

Looking back at a very inspiring and useful OBCT consortium meeting that we had over the past two days in Madrid. Some impressive progressions going on, so be sure to keep an eye on these bright people and their outputs! Many thanks for hosting us so well, Universidad de Alcalá team! www.obct.nl

?? Exciting news from OBCT: Our first General Assembly in Madrid is underway! This week, partners from across Europe are gathering in Madrid for the first General Assembly of the Obesity: Biological, socioCultural, and environmental risk Trajectories (OBCT) project. As a Horizon Europe-funded initiative, OBCT is committed to addressing obesity by examining the complex interplay of biological, sociocultural, and environmental risk factors, particularly in low socioeconomic communities. This General Assembly is a fantastic opportunity to: ?? Strengthen collaboration across our multidisciplinary team. ?? Align our progress toward tackling obesity across Europe. ?? Build on innovative research to inform sustainable solutions. We’re thrilled to work together on this vital project and look forward to advancing our shared mission. ?? Learn more: https://www.obct.nl/ #OBCTProject #HorizonEurope #TackleObesity #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity #ResearchInnovation

?? Unlocking the future of obesity prevention: Introducing OBCT At #OBCT, we're on a mission to equip health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and the public with the tools and knowledge needed to tackle obesity, especially within low socioeconomic (SEP) communities. Over the next five years, we aim to revolutionise the understanding and prevention of obesity by focusing on the complex interplay between biological, sociocultural, and environmental factors across different life stages. Here’s how we’re making a difference: 1?? Advancing the understanding of obesity risks and the role of SEP throughout life. 2?? Identifying key obesity-related behaviors to target during critical life transitions. 3?? Creating a comprehensive obesity risk screener for both public and professional use. 4?? Delivering country-specific obesity trend estimates. 5?? Developing a digital atlas highlighting obesogenic environments. 6?? Characterising cardiometabolic risk profiles across gender, age, and SEP. 7?? Crafting tailored lifestyle recommendations for diverse populations. 8?? Evaluating the impact of obesity-related policies on inequality. 9?? Building a decision support dashboard for informed policymaking. ?? Co-developing toolboxes for effective policy implementation in low-SEP communities. Through these initiatives, OBCT will empower the research community, policymakers, health professionals, and citizens to implement impactful, evidence-based strategies to reduce obesity risk. Together, we can create healthier futures, particularly for those in low-SEP communities across Europe. ?? Find out more: https://www.obct.nl/ #ObesityPrevention #PublicHealth #ResearchInnovation #HealthEquity #OBCT #HealthyCommunities #PolicyForChange

?? Low #SEP communities in #Europe face higher obesity risks. The #OBCT project is committed to understanding and addressing these challenges through comprehensive research and innovative tools. ?? Find out more: https://www.obct.nl/ #HorizonEurope #HealthInnovation

We're excited to announce that the inaugural OBCT newsletter is now live! ?? Dive into the latest insights, research, and tools focused on tackling obesity, with a special emphasis on communities with lower socioeconomic positions (SEP). Our newsletter brings you the cutting-edge findings from our 5-year consortium project funded by the European Commission’s HORIZON EUROPE framework. Stay informed and join us in our mission to promote sustainable obesity prevention across Europe. Read the first edition now! ?? https://lnkd.in/gBZTMa2G

?? Exciting News! ?? We're thrilled to announce that the inaugural newsletter of OBCT is launching this week! ?? OBCT is a ground-breaking 5-year consortium project funded by the European Commission’s HORIZON EUROPE framework. Our mission is to address obesity in Europe, focusing on communities with lower socioeconomic positions (SEP). By examining the complex interplay of biological, sociocultural, and environmental risk factors across the life course, OBCT aims to provide health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and the public with valuable knowledge, maps, and tools for sustainable obesity prevention. Don't miss out on our insights and updates! Sign up for our newsletter now to stay informed and join us in our mission for healthier communities. ???? ?? https://lnkd.in/evMEc26Z