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Practice for sale formIt is estimated about 23.6 per cent of the South Western Sydney adult population is obese, which is slightly higher than the NSW average of 22.4 per cent. The prevalence of obesity is slightly lower amongst women in South Western Sydney compared to men.
Obesity in childhood increases the risk for obesity in adulthood, with 80 per cent of obese adolescents becoming obese adults.
Obesity leads to an increased risk of developing chronic health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease.
While there are a number of obesity risk factors that may be out of our direct control such as our genetics, socioeconomic factors and food related policy, it's important to focus on the factors within your control such as a healthy diet, regular physical activity and reducing sedentary time throughout the day.
Early intervention is key when it comes to obesity prevention at all ages and stages of life.
What we are focusing on right now
- Raising awareness of the importance of routine height and weight screening in general practice for children under the age of 17
- Developing an obesity strategy for SWSPHN and key stakeholders
- Partnering with Western Sydney University and the Western Sydney Tigers to run the Beyond the 80 program for girls aged (7-11) and their families to support healthy and active lifestyles
- Partnering with South Western Sydney Local Health District’s Growing Healthy Kids Service to help reduce the rates of childhood obesity within our region
- Supporting the delivery of the HEAL (Healthy Eating Activity and Lifestyle) program in partnership with general practices to help adults better manage their obesity and associated chronic health conditions
- Supporting the delivery of the Making Friends with Food school program which empowers primary school aged children and communities to make better food choices