Addressing obesity to reduce the global burden of cardiovascular disease

This World Heart Federation side event will address obesity as a driver of the global cardiovascular disease burden. The session will explore practical, system-wide approaches to prevention, risk management, and policy action, with the aim of better integrating obesity within cardiovascular health strategies.

By bringing together policymakers, clinicians, public health experts, and key stakeholders, the event will support sustained action to address obesity and improve cardiovascular health outcomes worldwide.