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Highlights from the 2024 ANZOS Annual Scientific Meeting

Highlights from the 2024 ANZOS Annual Scientific Meeting

by Monica Garner | Nov 27, 2024 | Events, Highlights of actions, Latest news & media

We were honoured to attend and present at the 2024 Australia New Zealand Obesity Society (ANZOS) Annual Scientific Meeting in October. It was an invaluable opportunity to collaborate with leaders in public health, clinical practice, and research, and to see many of...
Brand Off Our Kids – An open letter to Australia’s Health Minister

Brand Off Our Kids – An open letter to Australia’s Health Minister

by Monica Garner | Nov 27, 2024 | Latest news & media

We’re proud to be supporting Food for Health Alliance’s open letter to Australia’s Health Minister, urging for action to protect Australian children from the powerful influence of junk food advertising. This call has garnered the support of more than 40 leading public...
Marketing to children

Marketing to children

by Monica Garner | Oct 8, 2024 | Highlights of actions, Latest news & media

At The Obesity Collective, we are committed to supporting initiatives that prioritise the health and well-being of all Australians, particularly children. We are proud to align with campaigns that focus on addressing harmful product marketing and promoting healthier...
The Obesity Collective Response to Review of MBS Health Assessment Items

The Obesity Collective Response to Review of MBS Health Assessment Items

by Monica Garner | Oct 8, 2024 | Highlights of actions, Latest news & media

The Obesity Collective highlights gaps in how the current Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) health assessments support people experiencing chronic obesity. Key limitations include a lack of clarity around assessment, inadequate follow-up care, and poor integration with...
Statement from The Obesity Collective on the availability of Wegovy® in Australia

Statement from The Obesity Collective on the availability of Wegovy® in Australia

by Monica Garner | Sep 3, 2024 | Highlights of actions, Latest news & media

The Obesity Collective is the federal peak body for obesity in Australia. It is a national umbrella coalition with a vision to reduce the health and wellbeing impacts of obesity in Australia. Its members work together to raise awareness of the science and reality of...
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