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Time to make a change: 21 October 2020 #LivingwithObesity

Language matters. Stigma can impact health. We have adopted person-first language use for some chronic diseases, but not for obesity.

Participate in this important work. Learn more, follow the European Coalition for People Living with Obesity (ECPO) Campaigh #LivingwithObesity, attend the live webinar on October 21st and support the #PeopleFirst call to action: https://eurobesity.org/peoplefirst/living-with-obesity/