OBESITY!!

March 11, 2021

Penang Weight Loss Clinic and Surgery (PWLC&S)


OBESITY!!


Obesity which is a public health concern since 1975, is defined by the World Health Organisation as ‘abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health’. People living with obesity are at a greater risk of suffering from chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and certain cancers. Obesity is also a risk factor for complications of Covid-19.

      In many countries, people living with obesity are regularly blamed for their disease. Weight stigma reinforces assumptions that obesity is merely a person’s individual responsibility. People with obesity are constantly shamed and blamed because many - including doctors, policymakers, and others - do not fully understand the root causes of obesity, which are often a complex mixture of dietary, lifestyle, genetic, psychological, sociocultural, economic and environmental factors. It can damage mental and physical wellbeing and may prevent people from seeking necessary medical care. 

        It is time we break the cycle of shame and blame and re-evaluate our approach for addressing this complex global public health problem. Addressing this issue, the ‘World Obesity Day’ is a global event, held annually on March 4th to bring people together to raise awareness and increase knowledge about obesity and the many other diseases which it impacts. The global theme for this year’s campaign by the World Obesity Federation is “Every BODY Needs Everybody”

       Penang Weight Loss Clinic and Surgery (PWLC&S) the winners of the Asia Pacific Bariatric Clinic of the Year Awards at the recently concluded ‘Global Health Asia Pacific Awards 2020’ fully support this noble campaign and are major advocates of a multidisciplinary approach to obesity management. Their strength in winning this category is a committed and focused multidisciplinary team of experts able to provide holistic care that is effective, safe, world class with excellent outcomes. “Patient-centred care” is at the core of their services provided to people living with obesity (PLWO) and their families. 
       Penang Weight Loss Clinic & Surgery are also committed in advocating obesity awareness, overcoming stigma associated with PLWO, and educating people with the various available options. As experts they understand the stigma and sensitivities associated with obesity and believe that delivering outstanding and compassionate patient care means treating the patient both individually and as a whole. “TOGETHER WE CAN”

 

Contact Penang Weight Loss Clinic & Surgery

Phone       : +604 222 9262, +6013 525 5494
Email        : penangweightlossclinic@gmail.com
Website     : www.penangweightlesscenter.com
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