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Obesity Medicine Association Issues Clinical Practice Statement on Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease

A new clinical practice statement from the Obesity Medicine Association highlights the link between obesity and cardiovascular disease

Published 2026-09-13 · Evidence level 2

The Obesity Medicine Association has released a new clinical practice statement on obesity and cardiovascular disease. This statement highlights the importance of addressing obesity to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

What this means in the UK

This statement may inform UK healthcare professionals and policymakers about the importance of addressing obesity to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

Known facts

  • The Obesity Medicine Association has released a clinical practice statement on obesity and cardiovascular disease

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