Join ECPO at ECO2026 for “Input to Impact: Patients as Risk Managers, not just Story Tellers” as experts and patient leaders explore the real impact of involving patients early in research, policy, and healthcare decision-making. From stigma and language backlash to policy misfires and trial drop-out risks, this session will highlight what changes when lived experience is treated as expertise. 📍 ECO Hall 2 🗓 Wednesday May 13th ⏰ 16:30 – 18:00 #ECO2026 #AddressingObesityTogether

Congratulations to @kenclare on being awarded as an Integrated Health Fellow (IH-FIFSO) by the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders in recognition of his long-standing contribution to improving care and advocacy for people living with obesity. Announced on World Obesity Day 2026, the fellowship recognises individuals who contribute to advancing standards of care and collaboration across the obesity community. Ken shared: “I was delighted to be nominated by respected peers and thrilled to announce this on World Obesity Day 2026. I’m proud to have played a role in ensuring the voice of lived experience is heard.” Congratulations, Ken, on this well-deserved recognition! #AddressingObesityTogether #WODEurope #WOD2026

Weight stigma can have serious consequences for people living with obesity, affecting mental health, physical health, and access to care. Recognising and challenging bias is an important step toward better outcomes. This #WorldObesityDay, we are #AddressingObesityTogether. #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

The impact of obesity goes beyond weight. It can affect heart health, liver function, diabetes risk, and kidney health. Better understanding supports better care for people living with obesity. #AddressingObesityTogether #WorldObesityDay #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

Every lived experience matters. When people living with obesity share their stories, they help build understanding and support across the community. Together this #WorldObesityDay, we are #AddressingObesityTogether. #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

You do not have to navigate obesity alone. Speaking with your doctor and asking about specialist support can help you explore the care options available to you. #AddressingObesityTogether this #WorldObesityDay. #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

🇮🇪 Ireland is adding its voice to the European movement for #WorldObesityDay. Featured next on the #WODEurope Live Feed, Susie Birney reflects on a stigma education event held in Ireland last week, where participants came together to learn, share experiences, and explore how greater understanding can help reduce the stigma faced by people living with obesity. woday.eu/world-obesity-day-2… Events like this show how patient organisations across Europe are working to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and promote better care. Together we continue #AddressingObesityTogether, recognising #obesity as the chronic disease it is. #WorldObesityDay #WODEurope

People living with obesity face stigma daily. Thank you for recognising the people with obesity need support, not blame and stigma. #AddressingObesityTogether #WorldObesityDay #WODEurope

Everyone deserves healthcare without stigma. People living with obesity should feel safe, respected, and supported when seeking care. Join us this #WorldObesityDay as we continue #AddressingObesityTogether. #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

Supporting effective obesity care is part of protecting heart health. #AddressingObesityTogether this #WorldObesityDay. #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

Early support matters. Let’s encourage patients to seek medical advice sooner. This #WorldObesityDay we are #AddressingObesityTogether. #WODEurope #ObesityDay2026

As part of World Obesity Day 2025, ECPO Board Member and Chairperson of SFO in Iceland, Solveig Sigurdardottir proudly launched the book "Mum, What is Obesity?", translated into Icelandic! The in-person launch event was a great success, with a fantastic turnout of attendees, including healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates—all coming together to support education and awareness around obesity. A huge congratulations to Solveig and everyone involved in making this event happen! 🎉👏 #AddressingObesityTogether #WODEurope