12
Mars
2026
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Prévention et traitement de l'obésité (débat)
Madam President, Commissioner, it is time to recognise obesity as a chronic, relapsing and separate non-communicable disease within the European Union Health Policy Framework and as a gateway disease to many other NCDs. Addressing obesity at the centre of NCDs as an integral part of the European Union cardiovascular health plan will reduce the overall NCD burden and will improve outcomes for people living with obesity. Action on obesity must address the entire disease spectrum and life course. Addressing obesity throughout the life course is key to improving population health and reducing related chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer and others. Prevention of obesity and care for people living with obesity must go hand in hand.