Descrição do evento

The burden of childhood obesity has increased substantially over the past 50 years, and although prevalence has plateaued in high-income countries, it is still rising in low- and middle-income countries. The causes are multifactorial and complex and include gestational exposures and other biological predisposition; familial, societal, and commercial influences; as well as built environment characteristics such as transport infrastructure and the availability of green spaces.

The consequences of childhood obesity can be life-long and perpetuate into the next generation.Children with obesity are significantly more likely to develop non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in adulthood than their counterparts of a healthy weight, and girls who remain obese into their childbearing years are more likely to have children who themselves have an increased risk of obesity.

This conference will bring together a global, multidisciplinary group of speakers and highlight emerging research on the many facets of this complex issue. It should appeal to those with an interest in paediatrics, nutrition, NCDs, physical activity, healthy cities, early child development, and the developmental origins of health and disease.