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Overweight and obesity: Front Shop, Module 2, 2026
Overweight and obesity have increased globally. In 2022, an estimated 2.5 billion adults aged 18 years and older were overweight or obese. This corresponds to 43 % of adults aged 18 years and older being overweight or obese. This is a substantial increase from 1990, when 25 % of adults aged 18 years and older were overweight or obese.
Obesity is a chronic medical condition, much like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure are chronic medical conditions. In other words, obesity can no longer be regarded as a condition caused simply by eating too much and exercising too little. This outdated perception has led to the stigmatisation of people living with obesity. We now know that there are many factors that contribute to the development of obesity, including genetics, age, and lifestyle factors.
This module is designed to equip pharmacy front shop staff to identify and refer customers who would benefit from weight loss interventions, particularly those looking for information on weight loss or wanting to purchase a weight-loss product.
If you would like to participate in the 2026 PSSA/Insight Pharmacy Staff CE programme, please contact Glynis at Insight Medicine Information on 011 706 6939 or email: cpd@insightmed.co.za
