Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Obesity in South Africa 2015-2020
Ministry of Health, South Africa
The aims of this strategy for the prevention and control of obesity are to reform obesogenic environments and enablers, while enhancing opportunities for increased physical activity and healthy food options in every possible setting, including healthcare facilities, early childhood development centers, schools, workplaces and the community at large. It outlines 6 broad goals. Some of which is to create an enabling environment that supports the availability of and accessibility to healthy food choices in various settings and establish a surveillance system and strengthen monitoring, evaluation and research.
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The aims of this strategy for the prevention and control of obesity are to reform obesogenic environments and enablers, while enhancing opportunities for increased physical activity and healthy food options in every possible setting, including healthcare facilities, early childhood development centers, schools, workplaces and the community at large. It outlines 6 broad goals. Some of which is to create an enabling environment that supports the availability of and accessibility to healthy food choices in various settings and establish a surveillance system and strengthen monitoring, evaluation and research.
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