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The European Association for the Study of Obesity

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The European Association for the Study of Obesity represents 40 European nations dedicated to understanding and addressing obesity to improve public health.

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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 47m
Calling all obesity researchers and healthcare professionals. Join "Rethinking Obesity and Mental Health: From Brain Science to Clinical Practice" in Frankfurt on 4 November 2026. Keynote: Prof. Dana Small (McGill University) Learn more: easo.org/rethinking-o...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
2026 EASO Obesity Masterclass ➡️ 7-9 Dec 2026, Zagreb, Croatia 🇭🇷 The Masterclass will provide invaluable opportunities to network and collaborate with faculty and fellow attendees. Application Deadline: 16th October 2026 Learn more and apply: easo.org/education/ea....
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
EASO was delighted to join colleagues from EASD, ESC and EUDF and welcome EU Health Commissioner Oliver Varhelyi to launch #EUScreeningWeek in Milano at #EASD2026. View the press event: audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/media/vid... Read the press release: easo.org/eu-screening...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Obesity Days: Frankfurt ➡️ Frankfurt Germany 🇩🇪 5-6 November The clinically focused meeting will synthesise current best practices in modern ­surgical and general obesity care and management of complications. Learn more and register: easo.org/obesity-days...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🌟@EASOobesityECN spotlight on Murat Karataş Murat's research is focused on improving the evaluation and long-term care of children and adolescents with endocrine and metabolic conditions. Read more: easo.org/easo-ecn-spo...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
EASO is pleased to share best practices on childhood obesity at a high-level meeting. President-elect Dr Jennifer Baker is participating in the 2nd Conference of the @who.int Collaborating Centre for Nutrition and Childhood Obesity in Lisbon 🇵🇹 @worldobesity.bsky.social
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Dr Violeta Moizé, Barcelona, a participating EASO Collaborating Centre for Obesity Management, shares her experience of the Healthcare Improvement Initiative: "It has helped us identify unmet needs and gaps in our care pathways more clearly." Learn more: easo.org/easo-coms-co...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
EASO is pleased to participate in the 2nd Conference of the World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for Nutrition and Childhood Obesity, 1–2 October 2026 in Lisbon, 🇵🇹 hosted by the National Institute of Health ✨
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We are pleased to join with colleagues at @EASDnews, EUDF and @escardio for #EUScreeningWeek. Obesity sits at the centre of the prevention of complications of the disease, including diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Learn more: easo.org/eu-screening...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
PEACETIME EU Project PEACETIME aims to transform obesity care by developing an integrated, patient-centred model that delivers specialist obesity care to 9,000 people in rural & urban communities across Derry-Londonderry, Strabane, Limavady, and Donegal. easo.org/peacetime-eu...
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PEACETIME EU Project - EASO
Improving obesity care through cross-border innovation Obesity is one of the greatest public health challenges facing the island of Ireland, affecting over three million people and placing enormous…
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The EU intends to reduce premature cardiovascular deaths by 25% by 2035 through its #SafeHearts plan. Address #obesity to reduce diabetes prevalence and CV risk commission.europa.eu/news-and-med...
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EU Screening Week: know your vital numbers
Commission launches EU Screening Week and helps EU countries on cardiovascular health checks to save lives. Find out more.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
#EUScreeningWeek is an important opportunity to put obesity firmly within Europe’s prevention and screening agenda. Earlier recognition can help identify people at increased cardiometabolic risk and connect them with appropriate, person-centred obesity care.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Scientific Symposium: Rethinking Obesity and Mental Health - From Brain Science to Clinical Practice” as part of the Friedrich Merz Foundation Visiting Professorship. ➡️ 4 Nov., 9 am Goethe University Frankfurt Register here: easo.org/rethinking-o...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Visiting the Member Lounge at #EASD2026? The @EASOobesity stand is just next door! We’re #31 in the EASD Community Plaza on level 0- please come by to learn what’s on ! #ECO2027 abstracts are open
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Evidence in childhood obesity, cross-cutting approaches to child health, global health and nutrition, and governmental action on childhood obesity @WHO_Europe @AnaIsabelRito 1-2 October 2026 Registration link: 
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II International Conference of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Nutrition and Childhood Obesity
1 e 2 de outubro 2026 no Teatro Thalia, Lisboa/October 1st and 2nd, 2026 at Teatro Thalia, Lisbon. Poderá consultar o Programa atualizado em Conferência OMS / CC’26 – CEIDSS. You can find the updated…
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
EASO welcomes the launch of the first-ever EU ScreeningWeek, taking place from 28 Sept–4 Oct. #EUScreeningWeek is an important opportunity to put obesity firmly within Europe’s prevention and screening agenda. Follow for updates during the week. easo.org/eu-screening...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Today is #WorldHeartDay. EASO supports the call to know your numbers and to look beyond the numbers, recognising obesity and addressing it as an essential part of improving cardiovascular health across Europe. Learn more: world-heart-federation.org
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Attending #EASD2026? Feel free to pop over to the EASO stand, number 31 at the EASD Community Plaza on level 0 to say hello from 8am CET this week 👋
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#EUScreeningWeek is on through 4 October Know your vital numbers! - The European Commission urges all citizens to check for high blood pressure; cholesterol; high blood sugar and screen for obesity.
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EU Screening Week: know your vital numbers
Commission launches EU Screening Week and helps EU countries on cardiovascular health checks to save lives. Find out more.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Research article in Obesity Facts Journal: Addressing Weight Stigma in Healthcare Settings Using an Obesity Checklist: A Mixed-Method Development Study karger.com/ofa/article/...
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Addressing Weight Stigma in Healthcare Settings Using an Obesity Checklist: A Mixed-Method Development Study | Obesity Facts | Karger Publishers
Abstract. Introduction: Experiencing weight stigma negatively impacts health yet remains present in healthcare environments. Hospital environments must be
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Attending #EASD2026? EASO joins ESC, EUDF, and EASD tomorrow for an important Press Conference launching EU Screening Week at #EASD2026 with EU Health Commissioner @OliverVarhelyi 📅 29 September | 15:45–16:20 | Berlin Hall Join us!
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Attending #EASD2026 in Milano 🇮🇹? So is EASO! Don’t miss our sessions and please say hello to colleagues on the EASO team.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The first-ever #EUScreeningWeek takes place from 28 September to 4 October. Obesity is a chronic, relapsing disease and a major driver of cardiometabolic ill health, including cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Learn more: easo.org/eu-screening...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
On #WorldHeartDay, 29 September, EASO joins the call for earlier action to prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD remains the leading cause of death in the EU, accounting for around 1.7 million deaths each year.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
@euonehealth.bsky.social Screening Week begins 28th Sept. This year, #WorldHeartDay coincides with the first #EUScreeningWeek. The European Commission's Know Your Numbers campaign encourages people to understand key health indicators, including blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Day 2 of the EASO COMs Summit, taking place at the Universität Potsdam 🇩🇪 in collaboration with the German Obesity Society, is underway. EASO President-Elect Jennifer Baker is chairing Summit Session 5: Evidence and Data for Better Obesity Care easo.org/coms-2/summi... #EASOCOMs
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
2026 EASO Early Career Network Masterclass Join us ➡️ 7-9 December - Zagreb, Croatia 🇭🇷 Hot Topics in Obesity with sessions addressing key issues in research, treatment and public health. Application Deadline: 16th October 2026 Learn more and apply: easo.org/easo-early-c...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Call for Abstracts from researchers from across the globe: Abstract submissions are now open for the European Congress on Obesity #ECO2027, which will take place 18-21 May 2027, in Munich, Germany 🇩🇪 Deadline for submissions: 15 January 2027 www.eco2027.org
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
EASO was pleased to represent Europe at ICOMES 2026 in Seoul 🇰🇷 President-Elect Prof. Jennifer Baker represented EASO in two key sessions: KSSO-EASO Joint Symposium on Management of CVD and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Obesity. Learn more: easo.org/easo-at-icom...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Read the latest @EASOobesity News Bulletin to discover upcoming events, opportunities and the latest updates from EASO, the federation of professional obesity membership associations representing 40 countries across Europe. conta.cc/4gSL1pn
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
ECN Spotlight: Meet Murat Karatas, Pediatric Endocrinology Fellow from İzmir, Türkiye 🇹🇷 Learn what excites Murat most about the future of obesity research and which initiatives he is most interested in collaborating on with other ECN members. easo.org/easo-ecn-spo...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
We are happy to welcome MEP Tilly Metz and MEP @Adamowicz_Magda to the interest group, joining the important mission to drive forward EU-level action on obesity See the full list of MEP Obesity Group members on Obesity here: mepactionobesity.eu/who-we-are/
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Read the latest @EASOobesity news bulletin and stay up to date with EASO news and important deadlines conta.cc/4gSL1pn
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Calling all ECN Professionals! Join us TOMORROW for an eLearning Hub Webinar presented by Dr Charlotte Buckley ➡️ Using simulation modelling in public health research and how modelling approaches can be applied to real-world policy questions. easo.org/ecn-elearnin...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
2026 EASO Obesity Masterclass ➡️ 7-9 Dec 2026, Zagreb, Croatia 🇭🇷 The Masterclass will provide invaluable opportunities to network and collaborate with faculty and fellow attendees. Application Deadline: 16th October 2026 Learn more and apply: easo.org/education/ea...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Safe care for noncommunicable diseases, organised by the @whoeurope.bsky.social takes place on Thursday 17 September, 10:00 to 11:30 UTC, online, examining patient safety in long-term noncommunicable disease (NCD) care. Learn more: www.who.int/europe/news-...
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Safe care for noncommunicable diseases: World Patient Safety Day 2026 regional webinar
To mark World Patient Safety Day 2026, WHO/Europe will hold a regional webinar highlighting the importance of safe care for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The event will explore why integrating…
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
EASO has developed a new incretin-based therapies integration framework, set out in our Position Statement published this month in @LancetRH_Europe. Learn more: easo.org/integrating-...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
EASO Collaborating Centres for Obesity Management (COMs) are working with expert quality-improvement coaches to improve obesity care, focusing on clinical staging, shared decision-making, behavioural support and care pathway development. Learn more: easo.org/easo-coms-co...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Stepping up prevention of non-communicable diseases in Europe: a State of Health in the EU takes place Today, 15 Sept, 12:00 to 13:00 CET, online, organised by the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies with the OECD. Learn more: health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updat...
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Registration - Webinar: Stepping up prevention of non-communicable diseases in Europe: a State of Health in the EU (15 September 2026, 12:00–13:00 CET)
Registration - Webinar: Stepping up prevention of non-communicable diseases in Europe: a State of Health in the EU (15 September 2026, 12:00–13:00 CET)
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
EASO–@ESPENorg Webinar: Nutritional Risks of Obesity Management Medications Join us on ➡️ Tuesday 10 November, 15:00–16:00 CET to learn about important nutritional issues associated with obesity management medications.
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
World Obesity will host the Global Obesity Forum in Madrid on 26 October 2026, alongside a Global Obesity Summit convened by the Government of Spain, WHO Europe and UNICEF. EASO is pleased to support this important work. Learn more: easo.org/global-obesi...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
@impactmedihi.bsky.social will run four clinical studies across five EU sites, testing: ✔️ AI-supported hypertension management ✔️ Remote monitoring for coronary syndrome ✔️ Type 1 diabetes self-management ✔️ Care for type 2 diabetes and obesity Learn more: easo.org/impact-med-l...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Nine EASO Collaborating Centres for Obesity Management (COMs) across Italy, Portugal, Israel and Spain are taking part in an 18-month Healthcare Improvement Initiative to strengthen person-centred obesity care. Learn more: easo.org/easo-coms-co...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Applications are open for the 2026 EASO Masterclass and ECN Masterclass - check the EASO website for application details. easo.org ➡️ Application submission closes at 18.00 CET on Friday, 16th October 2026 easo.org/applications...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
EASO is pleased to join @ESPENorg for a special webinar during ESPEN Malnutrition Awareness Week 2026, exploring the Nutritional Risks of Obesity Management Medications. ➡️ Tuesday 10 November, 15:00–16:00 CET Learn more: easo.org/easo-espen-w... @AndreeaCiudin1
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
A resource hub from Open Research Europe brings together opportunities for early-career researchers to gain expertise and advance research in their fields at every career stage. open-research-europe.ec.europa.eu/resource-hub...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
EASO is pleased to support the @worldobesity.bsky.social Global Obesity Forum, bringing together civil society, professional bodies, youth advocates and people living with obesity to review progress towards the @whoeurope.bsky.social Acceleration Plan to Stop Obesity. easo.org/global-obesi...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Incretin-based therapies have transformed obesity treatment, but translating this efficacy into sustainable, population-level benefit remains challenging across European health systems. Learn more in our EASO position statement in @LancetRH_Europe: easo.org/integrating-...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
2026 EASO Early Career Network Masterclass Join us ➡️ 7-9 December - Zagreb, Croatia 🇭🇷 Hot Topics in Obesity with sessions addressing key issues in research, treatment and public health. Application Deadline: 16th October 2026 Learn more and apply: easo.org/easo-early-c...
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The European Association for the Study of Obesity @easoobesity.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
📢 Join the next EASO eLearning Hub event Join Dr Charlotte Buckley (Institute of Population Health, University of Liverpool) and learn how simulation modelling can be used to evaluate public health policies. ➡️ 22 Sept 4pm UK/5pm Paris easo.org/using-simula...
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