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News SCOPE Jul 22, 25

SCOPE Core Learning Path Scholarship 2025 now open!

SCOPE is excited to announce that the 2025 Core Learning Path Scholarship is open once again!

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News Policy & Advocacy Dec 09, 25

WHO launches landmark global guidelines on GLP-1 therapies for obesity care

The WHO has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1 treatments for the management of obesity.

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News SCOPE Dec 08, 25

2025 in review: SCOPE

SCOPE has had an exceptional year in 2025, continuing its mission to provide world-class education in obesity management

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News Policy & Advocacy Nov 28, 25

Ultra-processed foods are fuelling global health harms: New Lancet Series calls for urgent action

New Lancet Series warns ultra-processed foods are driving obesity and widening global health inequities.

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News Blog Nov 11, 25

Understanding global obesity care: Why MAPPS II matters and how you can contribute

MAPPS II is working to bridge the gaps in how obesity is addressed globally - and how we can do better.

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News Policy & Advocacy Nov 06, 25

Investing in action on obesity: Catalysing the double dividend

A newly released advocacy brief highlighting obesity action as a ‘win-win’ investment amid fiscal challenges.

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News Policy & Advocacy Oct 30, 25

Voices of lived experience bring obesity to the UNGA stage

At UNGA 80, our lived experience delegation brought the reality of obesity into global health discussions.

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News Member news Oct 27, 25

Celebrating global leadership in addressing obesity: World Obesity Members recognised at the UN Task Force Awards

Several World Obesity members & partners have been recognised for their work at this year's (2025) UN Task Force Awards.

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News Blog Oct 15, 25

Obesity and liver health: two sides of the same coin

A blog by The Public Health Liver Group at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal).

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