An OPEN Conversation
7 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -Created by The Obesity Policy Engagement Network (OPEN) a partnership programme initiated and supported by Novo Nordisk, this podcast will go beyond the stats to explore the causes and impact of obesity, and the big questions surrounding obesity policy, prevention and care.
Hear from researchers, healthcare professionals and people living with obesity from across the globe as they share their thoughts, insights and experiences.
So, subscribe, rate and review the podcast and share to join the conversation.
An OPEN conversation podcast: let’s talk about obesity!
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Episodes
Recognition of obesity as a disease: implications for policy and care
March 04, 2022 09:26 - 44 minutes - 40 MBDespite growing recognition within the scientific and patient community of obesity being a chronic disease, the overpowering narrative exhibited in policies, media and public commentary remains rooted in the misperception that obesity is a lifestyle choice that can be solved by people living with obesity taking up healthier habits and exhibiting willpower. In this episode, our guests will explore the recognition of obesity as a chronic disease and the potential implications of this on gover...
Stigma, discrimination and obesity: the implications
March 04, 2022 09:18 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBWhile obesity is recognised as a chronic relapsing disease by most key international organisations, including the WHO, some people still consider obesity to be a lifestyle choice. As a result, there is strong evidence of bias against people living with obesity. In this episode, our guests will explore the consequences of weight bias, obesity stigma and discriminatory implications for people living with obesity in the context of areas such as healthcare, education and employment. Hosted by V...
Stigma, Discrimination and Obesity: The implications
February 07, 2022 23:04 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBWhile obesity is recognised as a chronic relapsing disease by most key international organisations, including the WHO, some people still consider obesity to be a lifestyle choice. As a result, there is strong evidence of bias against people living with obesity. In this episode, our guests will explore the consequences of weight bias, obesity stigma and discriminatory implications for people living with obesity in the context of areas such as healthcare, education and employment. Hosted by V...
Obesity perceptions: cultural differences
November 01, 2021 12:28 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBPerceptions around obesity and those living with obesity can greatly differ amongst countries and regions around the world. Globally, many obesity strategies are shaped by western-centric views of obesity and do not necessarily take into account or address the differences in perceptions caused by cultural understandings of obesity. In this episode, our guests explore cultural differences and perceptions around obesity. Hosted by Dr Olivia Barata Cavalcanti (WOF) with guests Amerita Ravuvu (...
Informing Obesity Policy
November 01, 2021 09:50 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBWhile obesity has been recognised as a disease for several decades by the World Health Organisation, little changes have taken place at a policy level to manage and treat obesity as a chronic relapsing disease. In this episode, our guests explore effective and novel ways to inform obesity policies worldwide. Hosted by Jacqueline Bowman-Busato (EASO) with guests Dr William Dietz and Cristine Gallagher (STOP Obesity Alliance) So, subscribe, join the conversation and let’s talk about obesity!...
Shaping Obesity Policy
November 01, 2021 09:50 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBWhile obesity has been recognised as a disease for several decades by the World Health Organisation, little changes have taken place at a policy level to manage and treat obesity as a chronic relapsing disease. In this episode, our guests explore effective and novel ways to shape obesity policies worldwide. Hosted by Jacqueline Bowman-Busato (EASO) with guests Dr William Dietz and Cristine Gallagher (STOP Obesity Alliance) So, subscribe, join the conversation and let’s talk about obesity! ...
An OPEN Conversation - Trailer
October 27, 2021 16:49 - 54 seconds - 920 KBCreated by The Obesity Policy Engagement Network (OPEN), a partnership programme initiated and supported by Novo Nordisk, this podcast will go beyond the stats to explore the causes and impact of obesity, and the big questions surrounding obesity policy, prevention and care. So, subscribe, rate and review the podcast and share to join the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.