UQ in the headlines: new global study links longer work hours to higher obesity, echoing OECD findings; Australia’s research powerhouse at the center. #UQ #publichealth
A global study shows obesity has continued to rise in many countries since 1980, but several high‑income nations have seen a slower increase, plateau, or slight decline by 2024. Trends vary by country, sex, and age, with low‑ and middle‑income countries still reporting rising rates. Experts urge unpacking country‑specific drivers and considering policy responses and medicines.