Knowledge Action Portal on NCDs

The Economic Impact of Overweight & Obesity in 2020 and 2060

World Obesity Federation

25 Sep 2022

The Economic Impact of Overweight & Obesity in 2020 and 2060

Overweight and obesity prevalence is set to cost the global economy 3.3% of GDP by 2060, according to a new study by the World Obesity Federation and RTI International.

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